Does yoga count as exercise?

Anke Neustadt

Many people want to ensure their workouts are effective but is yoga exercise? Well, that depends on what you want to achieve. If you’re looking for something that can improve your mood and flexibility then yoga is a perfect fit. But if you’re searching for some heart-pumping aerobic exercise (opens […]

Anaerobic Exercise: Definition, Benefits, and Examples

Anke Neustadt

Anaerobic exercise primarily strengthens your muscles. “Anaerobic” means “without oxygen” and involves more intense, short bursts of physical activity compared to aerobic exercise. Some of the benefits of anaerobic exercise are increased endurance, fat loss, and strengthened bones and muscles. This article will describe the benefits of anaerobic exercise, examples […]

Morning Exercise or More Sleep?

Anke Neustadt

As a personal trainer and weight-loss coach, I am constantly answering health and fitness questions from my clients, on social media and in our Start TODAY Facebook group. In this column, I address some of the most common questions and roadblocks that trip people up on their journey to establish […]

Men, Are You Eating Enough to Fuel Your Exercise?

Anke Neustadt

“],”renderIntial”:true,”wordCount”:350}”> It used to be called the female athlete triad: a condition characterized by lost menstrual periods, a decline in bone density, and stress fractures resulting from taking in too few calories. For years, the condition was regarded as a concern only for women—and only those who lost their periods. Women […]