Jesse Gaynor

What’s a “Natty” and Why Does It Matter in Bodybuilding?

Learn what “natty” means in fitness and competitive sportsIf you’ve been hitting the gym lately, you’ll probably encounter the term “natty” at some point. Bodybuilders and casual gym rats alike say it all th...

WW Green, Blue or Purple? Find the Best Weight Watchers Plan for You

Weight Watchers now has 3 different food plans to choose from: the blue plan, the green plan, and the purple plan. While they all follow the same basic formula of tracking your food intake throughout the day, they do off...

How to

Take Hydroxycut

The Hydroxycut products claim to help you lose weight by boosting your metabolism. To do this, it relies mainly on caffeine, which only helps you lose weight in the short term. There isn't evidence that Hydroxycut will h...

How to

Lose Weight Without Your Parents Knowing

There are healthy ways to lose weight that you don't have to hide from anyone. Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in the long run, and focusing on getting healthier will make your weight drop.. 23 December...

How to Use an Exercise Ball (or, Yoga Ball) As a Chair

Recently, the yoga ball has moved out of the gym and into the home and office. People are using the ball as a chair in order to strengthen core muscles. Exercise balls are less rigid and more comfortable than most chairs...

How to

Perform a Weighted Squat

Performing weighted squats has many health benefits. This can range from increased strength throughout your entire body, including your legs, core and back, to increased running speed, increased jump height and even fat ...

How to

Stretch Before Exercising

This article shows how to properly get a full body stretch before exercising. It is divided into five parts which each contain easy to follow instructions and a start/finish picture demonstration of the specific stretch....