Torch Calories With This Simple 30-Minute Swim Workout

Swimming is the perfect workout if you want to quickly burn a ton of calories. Need proof? Ask athletes from other sports who become exhausted after only a few lengths of the pool. There are many reasons swimming is a great workout for the mind and body. For example, it’s the only cardiovascular exercise that works your entire body while putting little to no pressure on your joints. Don’t worry...

If You Want to Bust a Plateau, Embrace Failure

They say rules are meant to be broken. Case in point is this fitness rule people say you should never break: Don’t train to failure. Avoid it at all costs. It will wear out your muscles, exhaust your nervous system, make you sore and wreck your recovery for your next workout. If you’re a novice or ignoring that rule and training to failure all the time, yes, this is true — you’ll slow your progress,...

7 Ways to Eat Better, Slash Food Waste and Save Money

Globally, we waste about 1.3 million tons of food every year, which equals to about $1 trillion of wasted or lost food. Food waste in the United States is expected to claim about 30 to 40 percent of our entire food supply. On average, American families throw away 25 percent of the food they purchase each year, costing a family of four about $1,365 to $2,275 annually. Water, energy, land, labor and...

The Truth About Tofu and Dairy Fat | Ask the Dietitian

We’re back again to field another round of questions about nutrition, weight loss and more. Every few weeks, I’ll pick a few to answer in detail. This week’s installment covers a couple controversial foods. Why can’t the experts make up their minds? I’m here to help! With 9 grams of plant-based protein per serving, tofu packs a filling, satisfying and nutrient-dense punch. Ounce per ounce, it has...

Unbundled Spring Rolls with Raspberry Ginger Sauce | Recipe

Fresh spring rolls are deconstructed and reimagined as fresh summer bowls in this recipe from Clean Eating. Make an easy raspberry ginger sauce, then drizzle it over lean grilled chicken, glass noodles and crunchy veggies. Serve as a light lunch or dinner.     Print     Unbundled Spring Rolls with Raspberry Ginger Sauce Ingredients 5 ounces glass noodles...

Racing the States and 19 Other Non-Scale Victories by MyFitnessPal Users

Our MyFitnessPal community is filled with motivated users achieving all kinds of fitness goals. Weight loss is just the tip of the iceberg. From walkers and runners to gym-goers, bikers, hikers and kayakers, MyFitnessPal users are an adventurous bunch. Here are some of our favorite non-scale victories you shared on the MyFitnessPal Facebook page: 1. Recovering from a long-term injury like a champion 2....

Grilled Shrimp & Cucumber Gazpacho | Recipe

Cool cucumber soup meets sizzling grilled shrimp in this summery recipe. This chilled soup combines the delicate flavor of cucumbers with silky tofu, zesty limes and fresh herbs. The addition of grilled shrimp takes the protein quotient to a whopping 33 grams.     Print     Grilled Shrimp & Cucumber Gazpacho Ingredients 1/4 cup sesame seeds 2 cucumbers,...