Body Wellness
Skin Care After Workouts
Skin care after workouts is vital to your skin health. After an exhausting workout, it can be tempting to get some rest rather than take
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David Williams
Lead Fitness and Nutrition Writer
A diet and fitness enthusiast, David Williams is an ex-Army Airborne Ranger and Infantry soldier with decades of fitness and wellness experience. A West Point graduate with a degree in engineering, he focuses on technical research related to fitness, nutrition, and wellness.
A natural endomorph (higher body fat), he has experimented with many diets and juice plans over the years, so his opinions and positions are rooted in real world experience, not just theory.
He loves the beach, and spending time with his wife and twin daughters.
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Posts by David Williams
Reviews
Hyperextension Bench
The hyperextension bench is an important piece of gym equipment for lower back health. And hyperextensions are one of the very best exercises to strengthen
Workouts
Superset Workout
A superset workout that involves your lower body and core muscles together is great for your overall health and fitness. Firing your abs with lower
Body Wellness
What Is Body Fat?
You’ve heard the term a thousand times before, but you can’t help wonder, “What is body fat?” There is so much information out there, so
Superfoods
Health Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Have you ever wondered what the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil are? After all, this product is everywhere today, and every health guru
Bodyweight Exercise
What Do Push Ups Work?
Have you ever wondered what do push ups work? After all, this is a trendy exercise, and countless people today recommend doing it. But why?
Bodyweight Exercise
Beginner Bodyweight Workout
Are you looking for a beginner bodyweight workout? But you feel frustrated, right? There are so many options out there, so picking a good one
Cardiovascular Workouts
Treadmill Speed to mph
Converting treadmill speed to mph is easier than you think. The reason? On most modern treadmills, the treadmill speed setting is the miles per hour
Superfoods
Healthiest Quinoa
What is the healthiest quinoa? And is quinoa really a superfood? Perhaps you want to add more healthy foods to the mix, so you’re thinking
High Intensity
What’s a HIIT Workout?
Have you ever asked yourself, “What’s a HIIT workout?” Perhaps you’ve come across the popular acronym and have some idea of what it stands for.
Body Wellness
How Long Does It Take To Get Addicted to Alcohol
If you enjoy the party lifestyle, you might have wondered “How long does it take to get addicted to alcohol?” Drinking alcohol is an inseparable
Building Lean Muscle
Best Way to Mix Protein Powder
You’re pumped to be hitting the gym again post lockdown and want to do everything you can to maximize your gains while your motivation levels
Home Workout Routines
Tricep Dips at Home
Are you looking for a simple and effective way to do tricep dips at home? Maybe you’ve tried them before but couldn’t find a good
Cardiovascular Workouts
Steady-State Cardio vs HIIT
Steady-state cardio vs HIIT is a good comparison to know if you’re active and trying to improve your fitness. When choosing a type of cardio,
Home Workout Routines
Triceps Workout at Home Without Equipment
Are you looking for an effective triceps workout at home without equipment? Maybe you’ve stumbled across some arm exercises, but can’t seem to put them
Stretching Routine
Best Quad Stretches
Knowing the best quad stretches is vital to your upper leg health. And performing these stretches on a routine basis will not only keep your
Low Intensity
Steady State Cardio
Steady state cardio has a place in everyone’s fitness routine, even the top pros! In today’s fast-paced world where our schedules are always full, the
Body Wellness
Workouts to Prevent Lower Back Pain
Workouts to prevent lower back pain must be top of mind each time you enter the gym. Nothing can be more debilitating than a lower
