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Body Weight Exercises for Core Development

Developing a strong functional core should be the goal of any serious athlete. Oftentimes people just want a ripped midsection simply for the aesthetic aspect of it but because just about every movement we make requires the muscles of the core some degree, focusing on this area of the body is extremely important for the overall functioning and health of your entire body. With the multitude of products on the market for working out the core it can be easy to forget that the only thing you need to strengthen this area of the body is, your body.

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Micronutrient of the Day
Vitamin E

The Importance of Stretching and Reducing Stress

Working out is great for your health and your physique. However, it does come with some risks. Every time you push hard through a workout you put your body at risk for an injury. A fitness injury can be painful, inconvenient, and ruin your exercise routine. Thankfully, though, there are ways to keep your body in top condition at every workout. In addition to practicing equipment safety, and proper form, you can significantly cut your risk of injury by regularly stretching your muscles.

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Workouts of the Week
Full Body Routine
Split Routine

Recipe of the Day

crockpot salsa swiss steak
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Find Your Metabolic Rate
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Food of the Day

Pink Salmon
Benefits
Has complete protein
High in omega 3 fatty acids in relation to fat content
Has reasonable amounts of Vitamin B₃
High in Vitamin B₁₂
Has reasonable amounts of Selenium
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Fitness Term of the Day

Myofibril
Thread–like filament which is responsible for force generation and contraction in the muscle. Each myofibril is composed of many sarcomeres which are joined end to end.
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