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,...

21 Dietitian-Approved Tips to Jump-Start Weight Loss

The new year brings more energy, a renewed spirit, a fresh start and the best of intentions. Many people have health and weight-loss goals to achieve, and they turn to fad diets that leave them feeling deprived and wanting to give up after a couple weeks or days. This year, set yourself up for success with these dietitian-approved tips to jump-start weight loss. 1. MAKE YOUR FOOD BEAUTIFUL We eat...

17 Weeknight Dinners That Registered Dietitians Actually Cook

On the one hand, dinnertime is often the highlight of a weekday. It’s when you get to stop thinking about work, put on your comfy clothes, and maybe spend some quality time with friends or family. Also: food. On the other hand, coming up with fast, easy recipe ideas that are also delicious and healthy can sometimes make dinner feel like less of a pleasure and more of an extra stress. To help you...

8 Thirst Quenching Watermelon Recipes

Thirst quenching and the icon of summer in fruit form, watermelon is nearly everyone’s go-to during these sweltering months. As its name suggests, watermelon is super hydrating — it’s more than 90% water — making it low in calories. One cup of diced watermelon contains 46 calories and is a good source of vitamins A and C. On top of that, watermelon is rich in lycopene; the powerful antioxidant...

Why Your Weight is Just a Number

When setting weight goals, it’s easy to pick a number that seems as low as possible — or at least lower than you are now — or to arbitrarily choose a time in your personal history when your weight seemed just right. Maybe that was high school, pre-baby or just a few months ago. You may choose to go with a more standard number, like the “normal” range of your body mass index (BMI) score, or simply...

The 7-Day Walking Plan

With the mercury rising, it’s easy to make excuses and miss a workout, which is where a 7-day walking pledge comes in handy. The next seven days will set you on a path to consistent, enjoyable and beneficial walking. Enjoy! GETTING STARTED Plan to walk during the time of day when you know you can be consistent — maybe before or after work or on your lunch break. Look at your calendar for the next...

Yoga for Better Sleep | 5-Pose Yoga Fix

In our fast-paced, always-on-the-go world, unwinding before bed can be difficult and a restful night’s sleep escapes many of us. Yoga lowers stress levels, calms the mind, relieves tension and can help lull us to sleep. So forget counting sheep and try these yoga moves — all of which can be done in bed. 1. EASY POSE As children, we came into Easy Pose, well, easily. Sitting in chairs for years...

Debunking the Coconut Oil Controversy | This Week in Fitness

We get it: It’s tough to keep up with the latest trends, studies and viral sensations affecting your health. That’s why we’re willing to do the legwork. Every other week, the Under Armour Connected Fitness editorial team hand-curates the biggest stories and goings-on around the world to help you live healthier. Especially if it involves cutting through some of the misconceptions out there. Read...

What a Serving of Alcohol Looks Like [Infographic]

Quick, what does one serving of your favorite drink look like? It’s not as easy to quantify as we think, and chances are you’re probably putting more calories in your body than you realize. On average, it takes about an hour for the body to metabolize one standard drink as defined by U.S. guidelines: 12 ounces of 5% beer, 5 ounces of 12% wine or 1.5 ounces of 40% liquor. Obviously this varies with...

Southwestern Breakfast Tacos | Recipe

These Southwestern Breakfast Tacos by The Wheatless Kitchen make the perfect weekend brunch dish. With only seven ingredients, they can be whipped up in 15 minutes. They’re also completely customizable, so feel free to make the recipe your own by tweaking the taco ingredients to your family’s liking. To log this recipe, search the food database for: MyFitnessPal Southwestern Breakfast Tacos     Print     Southwestern...

I Slept Like an Athlete For a Month, Here’s What Happened

As a journalist who covers a variety of science-backed solutions that make us healthier and happier, I was eager to get my hands on some of Under Armour’s latest gear, which claims to make you a better athlete overnight — literally. Athlete Recovery Sleepwear comes with a set of ambitions as big as Tom Brady’s or Misty Copeland’s: to help you perform better by promoting better muscle recovery while...