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If you’re trying to lose or gain weight, it’s important to have an idea of how much you’re eating each day. For those who have never tried to monitor their portions before, this can be a struggle. There are many calorie databases available on the internet, like MyFitnessPal, that can be easily synced with the Read more…

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More people are doing home workouts than ever before. But don’t think you need to buy a lot of equipment for your home gym. With a few key pieces in your home gym, you can get a great workout. With so many options being pushed at us on social media, it can be difficult to Read more…

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Exercising is not the only way to take care of your body. In fact, your pre- and post-workout routines can have a huge impact on the safety and efficacy of your exercises. Finding great smoothie recipes to support your strength training workouts can take your fitness to another level. If you’re looking for an energy boost Read more…

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Following a strict diet can feel a lot like work sometimes, especially when you get a craving for something sweet. There’s no greater frustration than feeling torn between sticking to your diet or treating yourself. We all face these cravings and struggle with not slipping or derailing our weight loss goals. However, don’t discredit yourself Read more…

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“What’s for dinner?” can be a daunting question after a jam-packed day. You know you need to make better choices and get more veggies into your diet. But when dinnertime comes around and you need a quick meal, it can be easy to make unhealthy choices. The misconception that healthy cooking is difficult for pleasing Read more…

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Vegetables in a heart bowl with dumbells and an apple on a blue background

Taking care of our bodies isn’t just important—it’s essential. Everyone can relate to the challenges that come with busy schedules. From personal to professional endeavors, it can be hard to find time to work out or follow a diet that is good for you, or so it may seem. However, by taking advantage of resources Read more…

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You may have heard that eating anti-inflammatory foods can benefit your health and well-being, but why?  What are these foods that can fight inflammation, and have you feeling so good?  We’re here with what you need to know about inflammation, plus a list of the best anti-inflammatory foods to eat to reduce inflammation and decrease Read more…

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Woman completing a HIIT workout on her exercise mat with a kettlebell and dumbbells near by.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could keep burning calories after leaving the gym?  Believe it or not, it is possible.  There are some workouts, like interval training, that can keep your body burning calories throughout the cooldown and during muscle recovery.  However, if you’re looking to lose weight or build muscle, there’s no getting Read more…

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The first few weeks of the new school year can be stressful enough during a normal school year. The uncertainties of this fall are making settling into the school year even more challenging for many students and parents. Back to school stress is hitting kids and parents at all points during the school year, not Read more…

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Many struggle to eat the recommended daily 4-5 servings of fruit and veggies. If you’ve always eaten your veggies steamed without a lot of seasoning, you’re probably getting bored with them. Sounds like it’s time to add a little spice so you can sneak more veggies into your diet!  There are many ways to make Read more…

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There is no denying the paramount importance of physical activity. People of all ages can relate to the struggles that sometimes come with fitting fitness in. Not to mention, fitness from home has taken on a new meaning since the world has entered a global pandemic. With that being said, now is a great time Read more…

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Working out is super important. It boosts your mood and strengthens your body. It is the ultimate form of self-care. If you’re short on time or can’t get to the gym, don’t worry! There are many exercises that you can do, including these ten exercises that tone and tighten your body.  Mix and match these Read more…

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Meet Jason! Jason is an inspiration to the Sworkit community. He joined us and has entered his 50’s healthier and happier than ever before. When Jason isn’t Sworking out, you can find him in the Sworkit Community, spending time with his family, and practicing football with his son. Jason successfully has lost 38 lbs and Read more…

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Should you eat or not eat before a workout? The short answer to the fitness fuel dilemma: it depends. Ready for a longer answer? Here we go! To Eat Before a Workout Many fitness experts, including the ones here at Sworkit, recommend that you eat a little something before each workout. What you choose to Read more…

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Progressive Overload  Steve Hill, CSCS You are a lean-mean-fat-burning-muscle-building machine. You’ve been killing it using the Sworkit app for a while; you made incredible gains in fat loss, muscle building, and overall strength and conditioning. You’ve reached a point where the workouts are easy—maybe a little too easy? You’ve also noticed that your strength and Read more…

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Students leaving school and ready for after-school activities

At this point, the only thing certain about the 2020-2021 school year is that it will look different from years gone by. From how students attend classes to their after-school activities, every aspect of the school year is going to be different from what we’re used to. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. Though we’re Read more…

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sedentary lifestyle

You may have heard that “sitting is the new smoking.” What does that mean? Much like smoking, a sedentary lifestyle can be bad for your health. With more people working from home now and people not going out to do things as much as they used to, it is as important as ever to make sure you’re getting Read more…

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Why haven’t you started your fitness journey? If you believe your reason is that you’re just “too lazy,” I have great news for you! Laziness is a myth. Hear me out.

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Finding and trying new recipes can be a daunting task. You don’t know how easy they’ll be to make, how good they’ll taste, and maybe you just don’t even know where to look for new recipe inspiration. Fortunately for you, we did all the searching for you and compiled 10 guilt-free, easy to make, and Read more…

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