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What The Heck Are Nootropics, And Could They Unlock Cognitive Function, Clarity, And Motivation?Image: Fast CoExist [I]f you’re at all interested in the cutting edge of nutrition and supplementation, you’ve probably heard the word nootropics thrown around once or twice. Or maybe... -
Why The "Healthy Eating Is Too Expensive" Excuse Isn't Legitimate Anymore (And How To Kick It Out For Good)Image: Earth911 [A]s humans, we love to justify our actions — especially when it comes to ones we know could be better. "I would love to eat healthier, but it's too expensive," is an... -
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Automate & Accelerate Your Workouts With The GYMBOSS HIIT Timer [GIVEAWAY]*Disclosure: GYMBOSS sent out 1 interval timer for testing purposes and is graciously giving away 5 units to all Lean It UP readers. This article is otherwise unsponsored. [T]hink less, DO... -
Nutrition Knock-Out — The Hidden Google Food Hack You Didn't Know Existed[W]ant to know the answer to the most complex of questions? Just Google it. We know the phrase all too well. But here's a secret Google food hack that you likely haven't used. And it's so easy,... -
Get Empowered To Crush Your Own Goals (Without A Trainer) With The Spitfire Athlete AppImage: iTunes [W]hy show when you can teach? That was the mentality behind the creation of a new, comprehensive fitness app: Spitfire Athlete. The app was developed by Nidhi Kulkarni and... -
Start Marinating Your Steak In BEER, Because Science Says It Fights Cancer [Study][T]here aren't many combos that top beer, beef, and barbecues. Any grill maestro and summertime pro already knows that. But as it turns out, the marriage of all 3 — together — might... -
[Recipes] The Green Ginger Monster Protein Smoothie[G]o GREEN and let a waterfall of heavenly ripples cascade down your throat. The Green Ginger Monster is a radiant, light, uber-refreshing protein smoothie that's cracking with an explosive,... -
Miracle Melons — Crunching On This Superfruit Might Help Lower Blood Pressure [Study]Image: The Heart Link Network [J]uicy, delicious, and only about 46 calories per cup, watermelon is a refreshing addition to any diet. But could there be more to this juicy fruit? A small... -
Experts Explain Why Being Underweight Might Be MORE Dangerous Than Being Obese [Study]Image Source: Medical News Today [I]t's not difficult to find information about how being overweight or obese is tied to earlier death. But a study released in March of 2014 revealed that we... -
Treadmill Desks: Research Shows It Pays To Go The Extra Mile While In The Office [Study][T]ired of spending your 9 to 5 work day (or longer) slumped over in a chair? Get up — a recent year-long experiment published in PLOS ONE revealed that treadmill desks could offer health,... -
[WOTM, 04/2014] Sculpt The Ultimate Beach Body With The SUMMERTIME SHRED Workout Shuttle[W]ell hello there, April. We're officially 8 weeks out from June 1, aka the universal beach body reveal date. Cue mass hysteria. Don't freak. THERE'S TIME TO DO THIS. Using a careful combo of...
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If you’ve seen Limitless with Bradley Cooper, or ever had caffeine, you already know about nootropics. They’re a group of smart drugs that could boost brainpower, focus, motivation, and memory — and they could be the key to maximizing your workouts.
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Read More[WOTM, 04/2014] Sculpt The Ultimate Beach Body With The SUMMERTIME SHRED Workout Shuttle
We’re 8 weeks out from June 1, aka the universal beach body reveal date. Don’t freak. April’s WOTM is designed to put your body on an accelerated fast track that’ll reconstruct your physique and recalibrate it into a compressed, fat-free, ab-laced masterpiece.
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Roughly 75% of people are vitamin D deficient, which can lead to soft, fragile bones, osteoporosis, depression, and even GI cancer. Don’t cultivate a skeletal Jenga tower — take one of these top supplements to ensure that you’re always loaded up on D.
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Read More21 Low-Cal, Healthy Snacks That You Need To Be Eating Today (But Not All At Once)
Looking for a snack that’s quick, yummy, and can help you refuel quickly? Try our simple list of 21 BOMB snack ideas that will give you the energy to get through a long day at the office, a grueling workout, or both.
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Read More[Recipes] Welcome To The World Of Green Smoothies — 3 Killer Recipes To Green Up Your Diet
Eager to try green smoothies, but don’t know where to start? We’ve put together a complete, essential guide to green smoothies, including the benefits, a build-your-own formula, and a few delicious recipes to kickstart the habit.
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Read More[Workout Plans] The ULTIMATE, Ryan Reynolds Six Pack Abs Workout
Looking to carve up a six pack like Ryan Reynolds!? Do this routine 2-3x per week — assuming your body fat % is low enough, you’ll start seeing results within a few short weeks.
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Read More[WOTM, 03/2014] The Jetsetter’s Carry On Workout
Whether you’re hotel-bound, perpetually ping-ponging across the country for business or taking a last minute sun-soaked jaunt to Turks & Caicos, March’s WOTM is a minimalist, bang-out-at-any-time workout plan that goes everywhere you do.
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Tired of squatting yourself to death? Try these 9 new, must do squat variations to switch up your workouts, torch fat, and spark impressive new gains.
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Think less, DO more. If you’re addicted to heart-pounding, muscle-thrashing, fat-incinerating HIIT; ping-ponging supersets; yoga; or even foam rolling, you NEED a GYMBOSS interval timer. Luckily, we’re giving away FIVE units GRATIS. Enter inside.
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Want to compare apples and oranges right next to each other? This sneaky Google food hack can do just that in about 2 seconds — and it’s been hiding under your fingers for the past year.
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Spitfire Athlete is a new goal-oriented fitness app that gives you the tools to train on your own and crush your personal goals. With innovative workout plans, intuitive design, and step-by-step guidance, it’s a legitimate (and free) option to drive your workout schedule.
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[Recipes] The Green Ginger Monster Protein Smoothie
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[Study] Caffeine Cravings — New Research Says That You Should Watch Your Intake Of This Sneaky Stimulant
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