Magnesium is an essential mineral needed by almost every cell in the human body. It’s estimated that around half of all adults do not get enough magnesium from their diet, leading to low levels in the blood and symptoms of deficiency. Excess alcohol intake, some medications and certain health problems, such as digestive disorders, thyroid imbalances and kidney disease...

Memorial Day weekend is a huge weekend for sales, but why wait until Friday after work to start shopping? Many of our favorite retailers and brands have already launched their sales! We’ve combed the internet to collect a full list of stores who are hosting big—no HUGE—discounts for items around the home. We also did a bit of early online...

Hey there! I’m Brett McNeil, the fitness consultant for FitMinutes. Throughout the month, I’ll be answering a few questions from our readers. This week, it’s all about the little ones. Read on to find out what I think about kids and weight training. Q: My son is 13 and plays hockey. I am looking to start him at a gym,...

Walking on your hands develops strength in the shoulders and wrists, and gives your core a good workout as you balance yourself. Bonus: it’s a really great party trick. It’s not something you just want to jump straight into though. One false move and you might injure your wrists or drop yourself right on your head. To stay safe, work...

Is your kitchen feeling a bit crowded these days? Make room in your cabinets and drawers by tossing any items you don’t use. Then, introduce your kitchen to some new tools that are not only incredibly useful but also too cute to hide from plain sight. Keep scrolling to view 10 useful and (totally cute) items you’ll want on...

We’re excited to introduce our fitness consultant, Brett McNeil! He is a hockey player, Olympic Weightlifting competitor, Level 1 and Level 2 Crossfit trainer and an all-around good guy. When he’s not training, coaching or studying to complete the Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certification, he’ll be guiding all of our fitness and health content and answering any questions our...

The consensus among fitness experts is that swimming is one of the best exercises, for a variety of reasons. The prestigious Harvard Medical School even places swimming at the top of their list, calling it “the perfect workout.” If you’re interested in dipping your toes into the deep end, keep scrolling to learn why swimming is a great exercise. IT BURNS...

Creatine is popular among bodybuilders and professional athletes as a workout supplement. Because it is an amino acid that is taken up quickly by working muscles when ingested as a fuel source, creatine enables the individual to work out longer than they would otherwise. With proper dosing, creatine makes it possible to bang out more reps and sets before...

Fitness and weight loss apps can provide dieters the motivation they need to succeed, along with practical tips and accurate advice that makes losing weight and improving fitness easier. Here are a few of our favorites that will hopefully help you reach your ultimate goal. 1. FITOCRACY If you love playing games and working out, the Fitocracy app is for you....

Foam rollers have become popular in the bodybuilding and athletic community in recent years. They are a cheap, highly effective piece of equipment which, when used correctly and regularly, can provide several benefits. The best news is, many of these effects can be felt immediately as your muscles relax, and tight, painful areas—also known as trigger points—are eliminated. Foam...