Dear Lifehacker, In an attempt to lose some fat and get fit, I’ve started a new diet and exercise routine. It’s been a few weeks, and although I do feel better, I haven’t seen any physical signs of progress. Is there a better way to tell if I’m making any real progress or if need to work harder? More »
Do you sit in an office chair or on your couch for more than six hours a day? Then here are some disturbing facts: Your risk of heart disease has increased by up to 64 per cent. You’re shaving off seven years of quality life. You’re also more at risk for certain types of cancer. Simply put, sitting is killing you. That’s the bad news. The good news: It’s easy to counteract no matter how lazy you are. More »
Dear Lifehacker, I went to the gym on the other day and did a very difficult (brutal) workout and now my whole body is sore. It’s hard to walk and my knees buckle when I go down the stairs. Is there any way to quickly recover from a tough workout? Things I should be eating, stretches to do or anything else? Should I head back to the gym today (please say no) or not? More »
It seems obvious to many that your pants, jacket, or skirt fitting a little more tightly is a sign that you need to lose weight, but if you’re busy with work, a young family, or other pursuits it can seem easier just to buy a pair of bigger pants and worry about it later. More »
Worry about weight and appearance is often portrayed as a female concern, with men blithely developing middle-aged spread while women stress and diet. However, a recent survey suggests that stressing over how we look is a man’s problem as well. More »
Shopping helps many people deal with negative emotions and stress, but can often lead to credit card debt which adds even more stress. Replace the endorphin rush received from shopping with natural endorphins from physical exercise and you’ve not only saved money but replaced a bad habit with a good one. More »
If you just signed up for a gym membership, completely convinced that you’ll go every day this year, keep in mind you’re essentially throwing money away when you don’t go. If you need a little more motivation to make the trip and work out, Gym-Pact is a new iOS app that lets you put your money where your mouth is. Go to the gym and check in with your phone and you’ll be rewarded with cash payouts. Skip your workouts, and the service penalises you and your bank account. More »
We know that sitting at your desk all day is bad for you. If you’re worried your desk job might also be causing your muscles to weaken, Reddit user QuitetheCharacter suggests keeping small dumbbells by your computer to maximise your downtime. More »
We all know we need daily exercise, but scheduling it in our busy lives often seems difficult. If you’re looking to improve your health, this visual lecture explains how the one small change you can make with the most impact is to walk for a half-hour every day. More »
Christmas is a time for indulgent feasts and parties with bountiful booze. That’s great, but if you want to keep off the resulting holiday weight gain, it’s best to prepare. High intensity exercise before meals can give a much-needed metabolic boost. More »
