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The Workout Music Friday Five-Pack, V31 — Action Bronson, Drake, Audien, & T.I[G]et amped. Every Friday we're dropping a five-pack of heart-thumping, blood-pumping workout songs to build out your playlist, hardwire a little energy into your workouts, and kickstart the... -
[WOTM, 09/2015] Lean Out And Harden Your Body With The 3-Day Body Shredder Workout Split[T]hump, thump, thump. That's the sound of our latest fat-destroying, body-shredding behemoth. It's coming for you. We really hope you're ready. Whether you're brand new to the workout... -
Your Go-To Workout-Approved Makeup Routine[W]hen I workout, 99% of the time it’s with a fresh, makeup-free face. Unfortunately I’m no Beyoncé and hardly ever wakeup with skin that's deemed “flawless." A majority of the time I’m... -
Perk Up Your Derriere With The Build-A-Butt Workshop Glute Workout Plan [Workout Plans]Image: Oxygen Mag [W]elcome to the Build-A-Butt Workshop. It's a magical wonder emporium where saggy, flat butts are reconstucted and converted into plump, perky, well-shaped rumps. It's a... -
The 40 Best Body Weight Exercises To Build Muscle & Blast Fat ANYWHERE [Exercise Lists][N]ow we're talking body. The world is your body-blasting battleground. Whether you're rendezvousing to a tropical island for a sultry, sun-soaked vacation, looking to squeeze in a quickie... -
The Elite Six — 6 Advanced Six-Pack Ab Exercises To Build An HD, Razor Sharp Core[U]p your ab game. We're gunning for cover model status. Elite, exceptional six-pack abs require a MASSIVE amount of work and dedication. It's a hardcore commitment. But if your diet is on... -
[Workout Plans] Limber Up For Battle With Our 5 Minute Foam Rolling Repertoire*The 5 Minute Foam Rolling Repertoire is part 2 in our series on foam rolling. Before jumping in, read through part 1, which provides a FULL-blown primer on all-things foam rolling. [I]t's... -
How To Foam Roll Your Way To Reduced Pain, Regenerated Muscles, And Improved Mobility [Infographic][W]elcome to a brave new world. Whether you're a world-class athlete, running aficionado, or lifting legionnaire, foam rolling is an absolute must-do for anyone that exercises regularly. If... -
5 Omega-3 & Mineral Rich Seafoods To Stuff Into Your Fitness DietImage: Shutterstock [F]or most of us who are starting a fitness routine, we know which exercises to start with but diet can be a little bit more confusing. We tend to forget to eat right even... -
The Workout Music Friday Five-Pack, V30 — Drake, Audien, Lady Antebellum, and Tove Lo[G]et amped. Every Friday we're dropping a five-pack of heart-thumping, blood-pumping workout songs to build out your playlist, hardwire a little energy into your workouts, and kickstart the... -
[WOTM, 08/2015] Chisel Out Your Abs With The Oblique Obliterator Workout Gauntlet[C]hip, chip, chip away. When people think of gorgeous, tight, lickable abs, the six-pack muscles (aka the rectus abdominis) immediately jump into mind. They're glamorized by every Hollywood... -
Olivia Munn Is An Absolute BEAST In Combat Training Video For X-Men: Apocalypse [Video]A video posted by Olivia Munn (@oliviamunn) on Aug 1, 2015 at 11:15am PDT [Y]ou should be VERY, very scared of Olivia Munn. At least while she's training for her role as Psylocke—a...
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Experts Explain Why Being Underweight Might Be MORE Dangerous Than Being Obese [Study]
New research reveals that being too thin puts you in quite a risky place, with a heightened risk of death. Could being underweight be MORE dangerous than being obese?
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[Study] Caffeine Cravings — New Research Says That You Should Watch Your Intake Of This Sneaky Stimulant
Dependent on one too many cups of coffee/energy drinks during the day? Caffeineate with caution — Caffeine Use Disorder isn’t a myth, and you might already be at risk for it.
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[Study] Could A Unique Protein Reduce The Development Of Alzheimer’s?
Every 67 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. A newly discovered protein could help us better understand the disease and lead to a potential treatment.
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[Study] The One INSANE Health Benefit Of The Tequila Plant That You Knew Nothing About
For many people, tequila has had a promising effect on liquid courage. Now, researchers say the plant used to create it may unlock a number of health benefits, help with weight loss, and even assist the more than 26.2 million type 2 diabetics in America.
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The Playlist That’s PROVEN To Get You Amped — Spotify Reveals Research Used To Craft Its ‘Ultimate Fitness Workout Playlist’
Discover the songs that hit the musical “sweet spot” and can help push you through the toughest parts of any workout. The research team at Spotify explains the scientific psycho-biological research behind their ‘Ultimate Fitness Workout Playlist.’
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[Study] HMB — A Supplement To Improve Strength, Power, And Lean Mass
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably never heard of HMB. HMB, AKA beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate, is a metabolite of the amino acid leucine that’s been shown to increase strength, power, and lean body mass. We review the latest research supporting its use.
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[Study] Looking To Amp Up Muscle Recovery & Growth? Guzzle A Protein Shake Before Bed
Cozy up under the covers with a massive, frosty protein shake. Research shows that it boosts muscle protein synthesis by up to 22%, a major component in recovery.
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[Study] Squat Depth — How Low Should Your Squat Really Go?
We dive into new research and science on squatting, examine the safety of going deep, and officially settle the debate on just HOW low your squat should really go. Let’s officially put this debacle to bed.
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[Study] Could Fish Oil Cause A 71% Increased Risk Of Prostate Cancer? Pump The Brakes; Experts Weigh-In On The Debacle
A study released in JNCI linked fish oil with a 71% increased risk for high-grade prostate cancer. Pump the brakes, breathe, and collect yourself before converting your jug of fish oil into an incendiary Molotov cocktail — we take a look at what the experts are saying and offer a gameplan on what to do moving forward.
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[Study] Rice Protein Has Identical Benefits To Whey, MASSIVE Ground-Breaking Study Proves
Move over whey – findings from a new GROUNDBREAKING double-blind study revealed that plant-based rice protein has identical benefits and produces identical results to that of its dairy-based counterpart, whey. This one’s massive, especially for vegans.
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