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One chart shows why exercise only plays a tiny role in weight loss
Exercise has many health benefits but it makes up a tiny percentage of the energy we use in a day, according to research. → Read More
The 5 best pieces of gym etiquette advice that fitness aficionados want newbies to know
Whatever you do, if you don't want to incur the wrath of everyone else in the gym, put your weights back when you're done. → Read More
How to lose fat and build muscle in 3 simple steps, according to personal trainers
A high-protein diet, strength-training, and sleeping enough are key when it comes to achieving body recomposition. → Read More
I want to lose fat and build muscle. How does my period affect my weight and workouts?
The menstrual cycle can affect mood, bodyweight, energy levels, strength, and hunger, personal trainer Hayley Madigan told Insider. → Read More
Should I eat white carbs after workouts if I want to lose fat and maintain muscle?
White carbs release energy quickly so are beneficial before a workout, but most people don't need to worry about type and timing, a dietitian said. → Read More
4 physical signs you need to eat more protein, from brittle nails to aching muscles
Protein is essential to keep the body functioning optimally. If you're not consuming enough, you might lose muscle, and struggle to recover from workouts. → Read More
I do CrossFit 4 times a week. Will it help me lose fat and gain muscle?
CrossFit can help you "tone" in a calorie deficit. Bodybuilding training is best to build muscle and lose fat, but what you enjoy matters most. → Read More
7 high protein meals that can help lower cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk
Oily fish like salmon is great for your heart.GettyHigh cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease, but reducing saturated fat in the diet can help lower it.Dietitian Dalhia Campbell said meals like overnight oats pack a protein punch and can help manage cholesterol levels. → Read More
6 high protein vegetarian meals and snacks, nutritionist approved
Yogurt bark, bean burgers, and egg muffins are all good vegetarian sources of protein.Faye TownsendEating enough protein is important if you want to build muscle or lose fat, as well as for overall health.Getting a decent amount of protein can be hard if you don't eat meat, but there are still plenty of protein-rich options.Protein is one of three macronutrients, alongside carbs and fat, that… → Read More
5 vegan meals that are rich in gut-health boosting probiotics, dietitian approved
Incorporating fermented foods like sourdough bread, sauerkraut, and tempeh into your diet can boost gut health, which can reduce bloating and gas. → Read More
3 probiotic-packed meals to eat for a healthy gut, nutritionist approved
To maintain good gut health, focus on fermented foods, like kimchi, and fiber from fruit, vegetables, and whole grains, nutritionist Alex Glover said. → Read More
An Alabama cop has gone viral because he looks like The Rock
An Alabama cop has gone viral because of his resemblance to Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.Patrol Lieutenant Eric Fields, of Morgan County Sheriff's Office, said → Read More
The UK is considering incorporating Afghan special forces evacuated from Kabul into the British army
The Afghan special forces were trained by UK troops and are "very good by international standards," a former military head said. → Read More
Forget 10,000 steps - 'minutes moved' is the more important target, experts say
Focusing on overall daily movement could help you meet your health goals better than a daily step count, doctors say. It's a myth that you need to walk 10,000 → Read More
Men and women do not have different metabolisms, according to a 'pivotal' study
Women and men do not have different metabolisms, a new study suggests. The "pivotal" paper involved nearly 6,500 participants and analyzed data collected over → Read More
My active social life makes me skip workouts. How do I motivate myself to be consistent again?
If working out four to five times a week feels daunting, try two longer workouts and add in extra walks, personal trainer Emily Ricketts told Insider. → Read More
'Jacked Chef' Andre Rush eats 10,000 calories a day, including 4 whole chickens and 24 eggs
Andre Rush went viral in 2018 for the size of his 24-inch biceps.The former White House chef eats 6,000-10,000 calories a day to maintain his physique.This → Read More
A track coach takes girls from homeless shelters and turns them into junior Olympic stars
Coach Jean Bell has run the Jeuness Track Club in Brooklyn for 36 years. The club helps underprivileged Black girls stay out of trouble and create better futures → Read More
A YouTuber did 300 squats a day for 30 days, and by the end his quads were an inch bigger
A YouTuber did 300 squats a day for 30 days and his quads grew an inch by the end of the month. Evan Zhang broke the 300 down into sets of 20, but it was physically → Read More
How to sculpt your arm muscles using bodyweight
You don't need weights to build upper body muscle and strength, two movement educators told Insider.Gymnasts, who are very muscular but don't train much with → Read More