Author: Christian Heftel

Christian Heftel is a freelance writer and fitness enthusiast. He is a certified yoga instructor, a teacher of Yau Man Kung Fu and a general lover of outdoor activity. When he’s not writing, he enjoys spending time with his wife and son.

The 10 Biggest Myths About Stretching, Debunked

Myth: Always stretch before your workout.

5 Inspiring Breakfast Smoothie Recipes For Weight Loss

Here are some of our favourite breakfast smoothie recipes to try.

Best Plyometric Exercises For Fat Burning

Put a bounce in your step and get jumping.

5 Green Protein Shake Recipes For After A Workout

These green protein smoothies pack a nutritional punch.

9 Clean Eating Dessert Recipes To Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these better-for-you treats.

4-Minute Tabata Workout Ideas That Burn Serious Calories

Too busy to work out? A fat-burning Tabata workout only takes four minutes.

What Is The 13-Day Metabolism Diet? What You Need To Know

You'll certainly lose weight on this diet — but is it worth it?

9 Foods Every Athlete Should Eat

If you want to train like a professional athlete, you're going to have to eat like one, too.

The Ultimate Shoulder-Sculpting Workout

Muscular, strong shoulders aren’t just visually impressive; they can also help improve your athletic performance and prevent injuries.

13 Superfoods To Improve Athletic Performance

Proper nutrition for athletes goes a lot further than tucking a protein bar into your gym bag.

10-Minute Workouts To Tone Your Trouble Zones

While you can't spot reduce, these moves will help build lean muscle in certain areas.

6 No-Crunch Ab Exercises That Also Strengthen Your Back

Awesome ways to work your core, without any added strain on your neck or back.