Health Fitness

Desi woman Priyanka Chopra is quite the water infant. It doesn’t matter whether she is out with her sweethearts, or -trip, the diva simply cannot seem to remain away from the swimming pool, or from the ocean for that matter. Little wonder then that she’s been showing off those swimsuits …

Photo: Twenty20 Dumbbells and kettlebells are great for building total-body strength, but if you want to test how strong you really are, barbells are the way to go. Barbells allow you to lift heavier with more control since you’re holding the bar with both hands and recruiting several muscles at …

Photo: Twenty20 Forget sexy, we’re bringing strength back — that is, to the back of your body. While you know toughening up your muscles with weight training helps sidestep injury, focusing only on your front (think push-ups, bench presses and bicep curls) won’t cut it. Here’s why: Those moves — …

Photo: Twenty20 If you’re a health-conscious individual or exercise on the reg, you’ve likely kept tabs on your protein intake at some point. After all, you need the macronutrient to build and repair muscle tissue, keep your immune system in check, fuel your workouts and much more. The good news: …

Photo: Twenty20 Fueling for your workouts can require a little education, planning and practice to amplify results. You probably already know what to do post-workout, munching on a mix of protein and carbs within an hour of your sweat session. And you might even have some go-to gummies or gels …

Don’t let an afternoon enjoying a six-pack ruin your hard-earned six-pack. But don’t feel like a few beers will result in a beer belly either! Almost every brewery now has a lighter option available so you’re not limited to the watery old standbys. All the beers on this list pack …

Photos: Pond5; Perry Santanachote Walk up and down the aisles of any major supplement store, and the sheer variety of protein powder options can be overwhelming. Protein sources range from whey to soy to pea (yes, pea as in the vegetable). And they come in hundreds of flavors, including “Rocky …

Walking among trees makes us more relaxed, better people.It should come as no surprise that walking among trees has health benefits. Shinrin-yoku or” forest bathing”is a Japanese practice that commemorates the health-improving qualities of the forest.”[ S] tudies have confirmed that spending quality time within a forest setting can decrease …

Developing healthy eating habits (and sticking to them) can be tough. It’s easy to cook nutritious meals for a week or two, but one stressful day can throw you off your game. Luckily, there are plenty of simple tricks that can make healthier living a lot easier. Yes, Pinterest is …

Photo: Twenty20 Nicole Seagriff was a preventative medicine resident when she realized the importance of family history in assessing breast cancer risk. “Breast cancer has been a part of my life since before I was born,” she says. “My grandmother passed away from breast cancer when my mom was four …