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2 days ago | 
fitandwell.com | Lou Mudge
Did you know that you can make an easy change to your diet that can improve your gut health? You simply have to eat a wider variety of fruits and vegetables. “Research suggests a diet rich in plants can support growth of healthy gut bacteria,” says dietitianRoxana Ehsani.
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4 days ago | 
fitandwell.com | Lou Mudge
Future-proofing your body might not be a priority if you’re under 30, but it is one of the best reasons to work out. Keeping your body fit and strong now will ensure you can still move easily when you’re retired.
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4 days ago | 
fitandwell.com | Lou Mudge
Modern life isn’t kind to our posture: hours spent sitting, hunched over a laptop or scrolling the cell phone, behind the wheel of a car or slouched in front of a TV can leave us feeling tight and stiff—especially in the hips and spine. While a sedentary lifestyle might be unavoidable for some—with bills to pay and mouths to feed—just a few stretches can make a big difference.
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5 days ago | 
fitandwell.com | Jennifer Rizzuto
I'm a personal trainer but I don't have enough space in my house for a fully-stocked gym. I use a mix of dumbbells and resistance bands when exercising at home but there's one piece of equipment I love using the most: my suspension trainer. These versatile fitness tools are great for all experience levels and can be used to strengthen the whole body.
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5 days ago | 
fitandwell.com | Lou Mudge
If you hate crunches but still want to build a stronger core, try this standing abs workout from Joe Ghafari, a personal trainer at Eden. You'll still strengthen your mid-body muscles, but you won't have to get on the floor to do it. “Whether you’re dealing with lower-back issues, prefer upright training or want to mix things up, this routine hits your core hard without the usual crunches or planks,” says Ghafari.
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6 days ago | 
fitandwell.com | Jennifer Rizzuto
I don't pay a lot of attention to my breathing, despite it being one of the most important things I do to keep my body functioning. However, the way we inhale and exhale can have a big impact on our physical and mental wellbeing. Adrienne Mishler, a yoga teacher and YouTube creator, better known as Yoga with Adrienne, touted the benefits of ‘balloon breathing’ on a recently uploaded video. “You can practice this anytime, anywhere,” she says.
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1 week ago | 
fitandwell.com | Lou Mudge
Chugging a protein shake is convenient for getting some post-workout nutrients, but not everyone likes their taste. So, I’ve been looking for quick and easy meals that can be assembled in 10 minutes or less after a gym session or made ahead and reheated. This fiesta chicken recipe from Megan Miller, a registered dietitian for LifeMD, stood out to me because of the great blend of flavors and textures—the whopping 40g of protein didn’t hurt either.
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1 week ago | 
fitandwell.com | Jennifer Rizzuto
When I first meet with new personal training clients, many of them are eager to hit the treadmill and dumbbells right out of the gate. While building cardiovascular fitness and muscle is important, moving well should always come first. Without proper mobility and muscle activation in key muscle groups, you’re more likely to run into issues like tightness and potential injuries, especially if you’re new to exercise.
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1 week ago | 
fitandwell.com | Sam Rider
I've interviewed a lot of celebrity trainers who know how to build A-list physiques. The problem is often that they use demanding techniques that people with less training experience and limited time to exercise may find challenging to follow. My recent conversation with Chris Hemsworth's long-time trainer and friend Luke Zocchi was different. Zocchi told me how their training had changed as they got older, making smart, age-appropriate decisions around rest and intensity.
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1 week ago | 
fitandwell.com | Lou Mudge
April showers? No problem. These are the most waterproof shoes I've ever tested for my best walking shoe guide, and they remain unbeaten in this category more than a year later. They're a great solution for off-road walking, with a lightweight, rugged, waterproof design. They come in a range of colors and offer good ankle support despite being a low-rise shoe. However, because they've been available to buy for a while now, stocks are running low, so now may be the last time you can get your own pair.