Z Living • 9th October 2018

Do's and Don'ts of Tabata Training

Four minutes. High-intensity. 100 percent determination. These are the top three requirements of Tabata training that get your heart rate up and give you results, fast. With Tabata training becoming one of the most popular routines by fitness buffs alike, this workout will get your muscles working and get you feeling the burn in no time.

Z Living • 8th October 2018

Why You Need to Start Working Out on a Trampoline ASAP

Who would have thought that bouncing around on a trampoline can actually bring you tons of health benefits? Since we always promote switching up your workout routine every once in a while, why not add a trampoline to the mix and give your muscles a fun way to push through a challenging workout?

Z Living • 8th October 2018

Push-Up Rules You Need to Know (and Tips to Amp Up Your Push-Ups)

No matter your athletic ability or your fitness level, doing push-ups is a must for everybody seeking to improve their fitness. Push-ups are an excellent exercise to boost strength and tone your entire body, provided they are done right.

Z Living • 3rd October 2018

Outdoor Series: Why You Need to Head to the Beach for Your Mental Health

There’s a reason why you feel relaxed and energized after a beach day — science backs heading to the beach for mental well-being. As you feel your toes in the sand and listen to the gentle sound of the waves, what could be better than heading to the water on your day off and enjoying a little me-time by the shore?

Z Living • 1st October 2018

Here's Why You Should Be Doing Box Jumps Every Day

If you’re looking to add something new and exciting to your workout routine, look no further than box jumps. Perfect to get your heart rate up and sculpt the best looking calves out there, box jumps are one of the most efficient exercises that you could engage in every day.

Z Living • 1st October 2018

Tips and Tricks on How to Improve Your Speed

When you’ve fallen in love with running, you want to master your technique and form and engage in different types of training to improve your vertical jump, your overall speed and other mechanics of running to boost your performance.

Z Living • 26th September 2018

Tricks to Boost Your Energy Levels Without Doubling Up on Coffee

If you’ve been feeling low on energy and tired when 2 p.m. rolls around, reaching for another cup of coffee might not be the best solution to your problem. While most of us turn to coffee to get our energy up, we don’t realize that caffeine is only a temporary fix and there’s a crash waiting to happen at any moment.

Z Living • 20th September 2018

These Little Changes in Your Lifestyle Can Help You Manage Your Stress Better

Millions of individuals suffer from stress and while some people can handle stress, others find a hard time coping.

Z Living • 18th September 2018

Top Sports Nutrition Myths That Are OK to Ignore

There always seems to be a new rule or a new myth that pops up with sports nutrition and overall fitness. Whether it’s a new healthy snack to eat pre-workout or what to avoid in your smoothie post-workout, these rules always seem to govern our fitness routine, but are they as important to follow?

Z Living • 18th September 2018

Tips on How to Develop and Design Your Own Workout Plan

Squatting, lunging, a little bit of cardio and stretching — you’ve got the main exercises down, and you have an idea of what you need to do for your workout.

Z Living • 17th September 2018

Are Your Children Getting Enough Exercise?

It’s pretty hard not to be bombarded with technology everywhere we go and while technology has become a lifesaver for many things (ahem online shopping) it has become an issue when it comes to our children’s health.

Z Living • 17th September 2018

Get LIIT! Everything You Need to Know About Low Intensity Interval Training

Looks like the fitness world just gave us a new way to work out! It’s time to turn it down a notch and discover the powerful effects of low interval intensity training or LIIT to promote fat burn and weight loss.

Z Living • 14th September 2018

Fitness Habits You Need to Live By in Your 20s

The age of 20s is filled with travel, spending time with friends and family and maybe juggling school with a new career. As you navigate through learning how to be an adult, you also need to be mindful of whether you’re keeping track of your fitness and what you are doing today to maintain your health tomorrow.

Z Living • 11th September 2018

7 Foods in Your Diet That Your Nutritionist Does Not Approve Of

If you’re someone who loves food, then you know how hard it is to avoid certain foods that are not exactly the most healthy for you. Additionally, you might want to stop reaching for the fat-free or sugar-free options as these options are also not favored by your nutritionist and often cause more harm than good.

Z Living • 11th September 2018

Carrie Underwood's Workout Secret to Sculpt and Tone Your Legs

Celebrity trainers are spilling all the secrets on how to get a sculpted and toned look like their clients, and lucky for us, celeb trainer Tony Greco has finally shared his routine to sculpt and tone our legs just like Carrie Underwood.

Z Living • 10th September 2018

Top Pilates Exercises to Tone Your Upper Back

As we engage in challenging exercises and push ourselves through strenuous workout routines, we’re not only trying to lose weight, but we also want to add some tone and definition to our physique — especially in our upper backs.

Z Living • 10th September 2018

Why Group Fitness Should Be on Your Schedule This Season

When you think of group fitness classes you might feel a little intimidated and overwhelmed by the thought of having to workout with a stranger next to you. However, having that stranger or many strangers (and friends) next to you can actually benefit and motivate you during your workout.

Z Living • 7th September 2018

Dukan Diet: Kate Middleton's Diet That Sheds Her Baby Weight

The gorgeous Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, has no trouble bouncing back from giving birth to her beautiful babies. As we try to squeeze in as many workouts as we can and follow all the latest diets, we can’t help but wonder what Kate Middleton’s secret is when it comes to losing all her baby weight.

Z Living • 7th September 2018

Get Fit Like Jenna Dewan and Come Out With Longer, Leaner Muscles

We all wish we could dance like Jenna Dewan. From her flawless spins to “light-as-a-feather” landing, Dewan is constantly wowing us with her moves on the dance floor. While we might need to brush up our dancing skills, maybe we can up our fitness routine to build a dancer’s body just like Dewan’s.

Z Living • 5th September 2018

Outdoor Series: Fall Outdoor Activities That Double as a Workout

Apple picking? Check. Exploring a corn maze? It’s on the list. If you have been a little overwhelmed trying to maintain your workout schedule and work on your fall activity to-do list, you might not have considered that these activities could double up as a workout!