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Skater jumps — also known as skater hops, side skaters, and skater steps — are like the burpee version of side lunges, making them a staple move in many high-intensity…

Modern air bikes are far from the creaky machines your parents had at the local Y decades ago. Today’s machines are overbuilt and imposing. With bigger fans, heavier components, and…

Excess fat accumulation around the waist and sides, often referred to as “love handles” or “muffin tops,” can be a common concern for individuals seeking a sculpted and toned physique….

Recently, our minds were completely blown when trainers told us that you should never, ever do push-ups from your knees. Because apparently, that’s a sure-fire way to keep you from building up…

The Pilates roll up is one of those sneaky strength moves. It looks simple and straightforward — you’re sitting up and lying back down. But when executed with proper form…

Travel is inevitably associated with a departure from normal routine, but regular resistance exercise is one habit you don’t want to leave behind.  Resistance training helps to maintain and improve…

Underarm fat, often referred to as “bat wings” or “flabby arms,” is a common concern for many individuals seeking to achieve a toned and sculpted upper body. It can affect…

Fitness teachers often begin their classes with a set of dynamic stretching, or maybe a few minutes of medium-intensity cardio, with some mental centering and deep breathing to boot. Clad…

Want to press more weight, do more push-ups, improve shoulder mobility, and look super-heroic with your shirt off? You may want to focus on doing more serratus anterior exercises. The…

Travel season is upon us. For many, that means spending time in airports. Aside from the expected overpriced bottled water, bad chain restaurant food, and long lines for much-needed coffee,…

If you often find yourself feeling extra-sleepy and unfocused—even before the workday begins—brewing a big pot of coffee isn’t your only solution. You may want to consider adding a quick…

The Turkish get-up (or TGU) may very well be the consummate functional, total-body exercise. After all, it leaves roughly zero muscles untouched, hits every plane of movement, gets your heart…

Calisthenics might be the word your ancestors used for physical exercise. The development of calisthenics dates back to ancient Greece, and it gained popularity once more in the early 1800s….

Ask 1,000 random lifters if they desire more muscular arms and very few (honest) souls will tell you “no.” The biceps are among the most visible body parts, and an…

If you know me, you will know three things: I’m overly ambitious, I’m incredibly stubborn, and the combination of the first two gets me in trouble more than I care…

March 13, 2024 | BY: BODi Short on time but still expect fast results? BODi LAVA is your 20-minute solution. Because when legendary Super Trainer Elise Joan combines athletic yoga,…

The ever-popular bench press has built its reputation over the last few decades as a rite of passage, a trial by fire, and a founding member of the powerlifting “big…

One of the most significant physical attributes is a well-defined abdomen, which not only conveys authority but also self-control and dedication. However, there’s a lot more to stomach routines and…

Have you ever felt personally victimized by the seat on an indoor cycling bike? After several instances of finding no success in getting my butt comfortable on the seat of…

It’s no secret that yoga offers oh-so-many health benefits — better flexibility, increased muscle strength and definition, and a mind-body connection that can lead to less stress and more balance. But sometimes the…

Pairing your back and biceps in one workout has been a classic muscle-building session for decades. It’s a time-tested approach that’s reliable, effective, and it simply makes sense — the…

Hypertrophy training is what someone’s searching for if they’re seeking an exercise regimen that can help them gain muscle mass. The process of gaining muscle mass is called hypertrophy. It…

Plant your feet. Engage your core. Look straight. Stick your butt out. Keep your chest up. These are just a few of the most common squatting cues I tried to…

Targeting your abs and glutes can help you get a sculpted booty and six-pack abs — but that’s not the only reason to add this abs and butt workout to…

When it’s time to hit the gym, most people instinctively gravitate toward hitting the weights. That’s certainly an understandable course of action, since weight training plays a role in everything…

Ready for an efficient workout to build your upper body by creating a more sculpted chest and a more muscular back? Rethink your training week and step away from the…

During my final years living in New York City, Lagree—a high-intensity, low-impact megaformer workout akin to reformer Pilates—was my fitness regimen of choice. There was something so satisfying about the…

Not since the advent of the moonwalk has walking backward had such a moment. TikTok and Instagram are filled with videos of physical therapists and fitness influencers touting the benefits…

Time: You don’t have a lot of it to spare, but you can’t exercise without spending it. You could rush between exercises like the Tasmanian Devil — and risk injury….

Animal Flow Workout is an innovative approach to fitness that blurs the lines between strength, flexibility, and mental agility. This engaging form of callisthenics does not just challenge the body;…