The Bachelorette's Shawn Booth Will Leave You Breathless (and Not How You Dreamed)
http://bit.ly/2FZHRQa Sure, you might know him from Season 11 of The Bachelorette, but Shawn Booth is a whole lot more than just an (admittedly very attractive) reality TV star. He's also a certified personal trainer and an Ironman finisher, and he just launched a gym in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee (called Boothcamp--get it?). In fact, Booth was a trainer before winning hearts on national television, so don't let his romantic side fool you—he's legit. "There are a lot of bachelorette parties that come to the gym in Nashville," Booth says. "They walk in thinking it's going to be an easy, fun thing, and they get their butts kicked. Some girls come in with roses, and I'm like 'Yeah, you're going to have to trade those for dumbbells.'" Booth is also a huge Dallas Cowboys fan, so when we caught up with him at Michelob Ultra's Fit Fest (yep, Michelob Ultra sponsors a fitness festival—it's called balance, people!), we asked how he manages to stay on track when snacks and football are on the agenda. As it turns out, Booth believes in balance too."There are always going to be excuses, whether it's barbecues at the lake, football season, or the holidays," Booth says. "But there are a lot of ways to live a balanced life that you like—you can work hard to get in shape and still enjoy a couple beers afterward." So during football season, Booth says he likes to get in a solid sweat on Sundays before the beer starts flowing. "My friends and I will do a big cardio session at the gym—sprints, HIIT workouts, burpees—and then we'll go watch the game together." Want your own brutal dose of Boothcamp?Try this four-move circuit for your next pregame sweat session. Perform each exercise for 1 minute with no rest in-between. When you complete the circuit, rest for one minute, then repeat. Continue for 3-4 rounds. Good luck! 1. Staggered Hand Push-UpsCome into a high-plank position, placing one hand on the floor directly under your shoulder and the other hand slightly forward. Tuck your tailbone to keep your body in a straight line from head to toe. Bend your elbows to slowly lower your chest to the floor, then push back up. Repeat as many times as possible for 30 seconds, then switch hands for another 30 seconds. 2. Kettlebell SwingsStand with your feet shoulder-width apart behind the kettlebell. Bend at your knees and reach forward, gripping the kettlebell handle with both hands so it's tilted toward you but still on ground. Hinge at your hips to hike the kettlebell back between your legs. Then, using your legs and glutes, stand upright as you swing the kettlebell to chest height. Continue swinging for 1 minute. 3. BurpeesStanding with your feet hip-width apart, place your hands on the ground while simultaneously jumping your legs out and back behind you and dropping your chest to the floor. Your hands are under your shoulders, but make sure to hit the deck—this isn't a push-up! Using your arms, push into the floor to lift your chest, jump your feet back in toward your hands, stand back up, and jump with your arms straight up in the air. Complete as many reps as you can in 1 minute! 4. Flutter Kicks With WeightLie on the floor and hold a weight or medicine ball directly above your chest. Lift your shoulders and legs slightly off the floor into a hollow hold position while keeping your lower back glued to the floor. Kick one leg slightly higher than the other, then switch. Continue pressing the weight over your chest as you kick for 1 minute. Health via Greatist RSS https://greatist.com/ January 30, 2019 at 11:28AM
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7 Game-Day Dips Easy Enough to Make on Sunday Morning
http://bit.ly/2G83w8l It’s the morning of Super Bowl Sunday, and everyone is gearing up to huddle around the TV for the big kick-off. You’ve purchased the standard chips and salsa and maybe a container of guac, but what else do you serve? Homemade dips, of course! With so many dip recipes to choose from, we thought we’d help you narrow it down to these seven healthy-ish options that are sure to please every superfan who walks through your door. Oh, and they can all be made in 30 minutes with seven ingredients or less, so that’s less time cooking and more time hanging. So whether you’re having the whole neighborhood over or just kicking it with your family, you’ll be set for an evening of snacking while cheering for your favorite team/only watching the half-time show. This super-simple crowd-pleasing dip finds that sweet spot between salsa and guacamole. Obviously, guac is a no-brainer when it comes to game-day appetizers, but we loved how this recipe shakes things up by adding some heartier ingredients to the mix. Plus it’s insanely easy to make: Just chop up some avocados, throw in some corn, black beans, a little red onion, and you’re in business. The Mediterranean diet is all the rage these days, so it was only fitting that a Mediterranean dip makes its way onto this list. The olives, red pepper, and feta alone create a fool-proof flavor profile, but toss in some parsley, and you’ve suddenly reached a whole new level of freshness that’ll brighten up even the gloomiest February day. Even better, the Greek yogurt makes it a healthier option so you won’t have to think twice about going in for another scoop. With just five ingredients and five minutes of prep time, this is probably the easiest dip on the list. It’s the perfect last-minute solution when you realize you have the wrong headcount for your Super Bowl party and need to feed twice as many people as you thought. You really can’t go wrong with bacon and cheese, but the slivered almonds add a satisfying texture to the mix, and the green onions give it a fresh bite. Originally from Spain, romesco is a traditional sauce made of red peppers, almonds, and smoked paprika. If you've never had it, once you try it, you'll wonder why it's taken you so long. Where bread is normally used as the thickener, this recipe cleverly uses potato chips to make it gluten-free. And even though it calls for a particular brand, any chip will do the trick. You honestly can’t go wrong with shrimp, especially when combined with Creole spices that are sure to perk up your taste buds. This recipe even provides some ingredient variation for those of you doing keto or low-carb diets, making it another great option if you’re hosting friends with dietary restrictions. When you’re vegan, Super Bowl parties can be tough. Salsa and guac are cool and all, but what about all those creamy, cheesy dips you can’t have? We didn’t think that was fair, so we added a mouthwatering, cheesy cashew queso dip for all you vegans to indulge in. No Super Bowl snacking spread would be complete without the instant classic: spinach artichoke dip. This recipe is cheesy, easy, and healthier when you sub in Greek yogurt for the usual mayonnaise. We suggest you make an extra-big batch because this is guaranteed to be the first appetizer that disappears. Health via Greatist RSS https://greatist.com/ January 30, 2019 at 11:28AM
The One Piece of Workout Gear Every Runner Can't Live Without
http://bit.ly/2MG33eO Running is one of those activities where a supportive sports bra is a necessity. But with the abundance of new classes and at-home treadmill workouts popping up, the fitness world is fully embracing running in 2019, so it's time to invest in the right kind of undergarments. Without further ado, these are the 12 sports bras perfect for your next run. Health via POPSUGAR Fitness http://bit.ly/2mWxwLI January 30, 2019 at 11:18AM
Flu May Raise Chance of Stroke, Neck Artery Tears
https://wb.md/2GczSPo By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- Flu can make you deathly ill, but it could also trigger a stroke or a rupture in your neck arteries, two new studies suggest. The findings prompted an urgent reminder from the researchers: Getting a flu shot will not only protect you against infection but may also reduce your risk for these serious complications. Researchers in the first study found that flu can increase your odds for having a stroke by almost 40 percent -- and that added risk remains for a full year. "The risk is highest in the 15 days of influenza and starts to decrease as time goes on," said lead researcher Amelia Boehme. She's an assistant professor of epidemiology at Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at Columbia University in New York City. For the study, Boehme and her colleagues identified nearly 31,000 patients from a New York state database, average age 72, who had a stroke in 2014. As a group, they tended to have had more severe cases of flu, since all were seen in an emergency room or admitted to the hospital. Boehme's team expected to find differences in stroke risk between men and women, urban and rural dwellers and blacks and whites. Instead, researchers found their risk of stroke after fighting the flu was similar. Other studies have found that stroke risk rises after any major infection. It could be that in people who are already at risk for stroke, flu triggers one, Boehme said. But this study did not prove that flu causes stroke risk to rise. Still, patients need to be closely monitored after having the flu, said Dr. Salman Azhar, director of stroke at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. "What's interesting here is the flu not only increases the risk of stroke, but that the risk is actually a prolonged risk, which goes on for several months," he said. "People need to get vaccinated." Azhar suspects the inflammation that goes along with an infection like flu leaves the body vulnerable to strokes and heart attacks. Continued"The flu puts your immune system into overdrive and you've got a lot of inflammation, and it persists," he said. "It's not a one-and-done risk -- the risk is there for several months." In the second study, another group of Columbia University researchers found that in the month following a bout with flu, patients had a higher likelihood of tearing neck arteries. "Previous studies have shown that non-traumatic cervical artery tearing is a leading cause of stroke in patients 15 to 45 years old," said lead researcher Madeleine Hunter, a medical student. "However, how dissections of the neck's arteries occur without major trauma remains unclear." Using the same data as in the first study, Hunter's team reviewed nearly 3,900 cases of cervical artery tearing among men and women, average age 52. They also identified more than 1,700 cases of flu and found 113 cases where patients had flu during the three years before suffering a torn neck artery. Flu was most likely to have occurred within the 30 days before the tear. "The fact that our study found an association between flu and cervical artery tearing and that the association fades with time suggests that influenza may be a trigger," Hunter said. Dr. Marc Siegel, a professor of medicine at New York University School of Medicine in New York City, reviewed the findings. "Flu causes a hyperimmune response and can increase clotting and wear-and-tear on the arteries," he said. But the problem with flu isn't just the flu itself, Siegel pointed out. Rather, it opens the door to other life-threatening diseases. One of the under-appreciated aspects of the flu shot is that, if you get flu, it will likely be a milder case, Siegel said. "I would expect complications like these, which are extreme, to be less with flu shots." The findings are to be presented Feb. 6-8 at the American Stroke Association annual meeting, in Honolulu. Research presented at meetings is typically considered preliminary until it is published in a peer-reviewed journal. Health via WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/ January 30, 2019 at 10:45AM
I'm a Trainer, and This Is the Ab Exercise That Leaves Every Muscle in My Core on Fire
http://bit.ly/2UrmPxh Call me crazy, but I'm the type of person who loves a workout that leaves me feeling instantaneously sore. When it comes to ab exercises, I feel the exact same way. I was bored of the ab exercises I had been doing - dead bug, plank with a clamshell, and rotational ball slams - and then I remembered a move I did when I ran track in college: the seated knee tuck. I like this move because it challenges your balance and core stability and really works your rectus abdominis, aka the six pack muscles. If you're looking for a new move to add to your routine, try this. How to Do a Seated Knee Tuck
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Tyson Foods Recalls Chicken Nuggets
https://wb.md/2HPaLUS Jan. 30, 2019 -- About 36,420 pounds of chicken nuggets are being recalled by Tyson Foods because they may be contaminated with rubber. The recalled 5-pound plastic packages of "Tyson White Meat Panko Chicken Nuggets," were produced on November 26, 2018. They have a use-by date of November 26, 2019, a case code "3308SDL03" on the label, and the establishment number "P-13556" inside the USDA mark of inspection, according to the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), CNN reported. The chicken nuggets were shipped to stores across the U.S. There haven't been any confirmed reports of illness from eating the chicken nuggets, according to FSIS, which is concerned that people may still have the recalled products in their freezers, CNN reported. "These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase," FSIS said. For more information, consumers can call Tyson Consumer Relations at 1-888-747-7611. Health via WebMD Health https://www.webmd.com/ January 30, 2019 at 09:56AM
7 At-Home Ab Workouts Your Core Is Begging For - and They're All on Instagram
http://bit.ly/2GcBnNh Your newest go-to for fresh fitness content: Instagram. Follow the right trainers and you can get free workouts almost daily, equipment or no equipment, at the gym or right in your living room. Not sure where to start? How about . . . abs? Grab your phone and torch your core with these seven at-home circuits, all created by certified trainers, so they're guaranteed to be good. Hit save when you're done; you know you'll be coming back for more. Health via POPSUGAR Fitness http://bit.ly/2mWxwLI January 30, 2019 at 07:39AM
Yes, You Can Strength Train at Home, and These 9 Workouts Prove It
http://bit.ly/2HCPeyM So, you want to strength train - good for you! Not only is it essential for building muscle and increasing bone density, but it also helps your body burn more calories and can even boost your mood. But there's one problem: leaving the house can be . . . hard. Well, that's no problem, because all you need are a small space and some equipment of your choosing, like dumbbells, medicine balls, resistance bands, and a kettlebell or two. These at-home strength-training workouts will get you excited about getting strong. Check out this handy guide on how to find the right weight. And if you want to exercise without the dumbbells, check out our no-equipment bodyweight workouts that you can print and repeat until you're ready for a new challenge. Health via POPSUGAR Fitness http://bit.ly/2mWxwLI January 30, 2019 at 07:21AM
Get Your Heart Rate Up With This 5-Move Cardio Circuit You Can Do Anywhere
http://bit.ly/2WrTq7S When I think of doing cardio, I usually stick to my standard go-tos: the treadmill, the StairMaster, and indoor cycling. And while these forms of exercise are all well and good for getting my heart rate up and burning calories, they're far from the only ways I can get in my cardio workout. When I'm traveling and don't have access to a gym, or just don't feel like leaving my apartment, I want a quick way to get my heart rate up that doesn't involve any equipment. Although I put this circuit together for selfish reasons (with the blessing of NASM-certified personal trainer and fellow fitness editor Tamara Pridgett!), it's the perfect no-excuses workout when I need to get my sweat on. At-Home Cardio Circuit WorkoutDirections: Complete the five-exercise circuit, resting for 20 seconds between each exercise. Perform the full circuit three times for a 21-minute workout (including rest).
Rest for two minutes between circuits. Health via POPSUGAR Fitness http://bit.ly/2mWxwLI January 30, 2019 at 07:00AM
According to an Expert, This Is What Causes Belly Fat - Here's How to Get Rid of It
http://bit.ly/2GadpCn If you're trying to reduce your body fat, specifically the fat around your stomach, doing countless ab workouts won't cut it. This is because spot-reduction doesn't work. To find out what causes belly fat in women and what actually works to get rid of it, POPSUGAR spoke to Perri Halperin, MS, RD, clinical dietitian at Mount Sinai Hospital. Where Do Women Typically Store Fat?You've probably heard that women tend to have more body fat than men, and according to Perri this is true. "The reason for this is likely evolutionary - women need more stored energy to support the reproductive process," Perri told POPSUGAR. Although women tend to have more body fat than men, Perri said, "Where fat is stored and why is individualized." She then explained, "Those who are 'apple shaped' - with fat concentrated around the abdomen - are thought to be at a higher risk for conditions like heart disease and diabetes than those who are 'pear shaped' - who carry weight more in the hips, buttocks, and thighs." Fat that is concentrated around the abdomen is considered more of risk because it's intraviseral, and "stored throughout the important organs in your abdominal cavity," she explained. What Causes Belly Fat in Women?Let's be clear: eating a slice of pizza, candy, or your favorite dessert every now and then is OK - it's all about moderation. There isn't one specific reason why women develop fat in their abdominal region, and according to Perri, poor diet and low-activity levels are contributing factors to increased amounts of belly fat. Other reasons women develop belly fat are, "hormonal changes such as menopause, alcohol intake, age, stress, and family history," she said. How to Reduce Your Belly FatIf your goal is to reduce your belly fat, and overall body fat percentage, Perri said to eat a healthy diet that's low in sugar and high in fiber. She also recommended incorporating both aerobic and strength training exercises into your routine. If you aren't sure where to begin when it comes to strength training, this four-week program will teach you the fundamentals of lifting and help you build muscle. Health via POPSUGAR Fitness http://bit.ly/2mWxwLI January 30, 2019 at 06:38AM |
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