Hips and Thighs

Ever get stressed about your bum, hips and thighs? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. In fact, feeling unhappy about those particular zones is more common than you might think! But why? In this post Brian answers a readers concern by explaining why we “can’t spot reduce” and offers his expert advice on what exercises she should do to tone up those problem areas. Even better, he’s also included a short video called “Butt blasters in less than 5 minutes”, which you can try out from the comfort of your own home.

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Greatist Workout of the Day: Wednesday, May 20th This series of GWODs was designed exclusively for Greatist by Bodeefit. For more information about the exercises in this workout, or to see video demos of each movement, follow the links below the graphic. Be sure to note the results of your workout so you can track your progress as you go. Before you tackle this workout, try this quick and effective full-body warm-up. It's just five simple moves but hits every major muscle group and gets your heart pumping. Dippin' Out Complete 8 rounds of the following as fast as safely possible. 10 Dips 1-minute Side Forearm Plank (30...
Salmon Pasta Need inspiration for a deliciously fresh, quick and easy to prepare evening meal? Why not try this scrumptious salmon pasta dish by HIF wellbeing expert Susie Burrell. This recipe serves four people and with a healthy calorie count of 400 per serve, it’s a dish you simply have to try. ...
8 Exotic Meats That Are Actually Healthy (and Delicious) Most adventurous eaters have probably gone beyond the basic burger to try duck or even bison. But ostrich, goat, or alligator? Aren’t those animals that you’d find in a zoo—not on a plate? More and more restaurants and chefs are incorporating non-traditional meats as a different but delicious option for the health-savvy, environmentally conscious, or simply curious consumer. Turns out, many of these exotic meats are actually lower in fat, higher in protein, and just as tasty as traditional beef or pork cuts that make up the majority of meat in the standard American diet. Plus, eating a wider...
31 Healthy Recipes That Require Zero Cooking Making creative and healthy meals at home doesn’t have to mean slaving over a hot stove for hours—or even turning on the stove at all! With a handful of great ingredients and a little bit of imagination, making a no-cook feast is a complete cinch—and we’re not talking limp green salads and boring sandwiches. Whether you don’t feel like cooking with fire (or sweating your a** off in a hot kitchen), or you’re eating a raw food diet, this mix of meals for every time of the day is sure to satisfy and keep things interesting. Who knew you...
Why Every Man Needs a Great Rival One day last May, Sean "Puff Daddy'' Combs, whose $700 million fortune ranked him number one on the Forbes list of "Hip-Hop's Wealthiest Artists" in 2014, woke up to some humbling news. Apple Inc. had just acquired Beats Electronics for $3.2 billion. That meant Andre "Dr. Dre" Young, cofounder of the headphone company and number two on that same list at $550 million, had hip-hopped over him. Dre was touting himself as lead contender to become hip-hop's first billionaire. Combs, who once sang "It's all about the Benjamins," must have had that sick feeling in his stomach, the one we...