Swimming is a low-impact workout that also targets multiple muscle groups. “In just 30 minutes of swimming, an average person ...

Weight loss happens in a calorie deficit, where a person burns more calories than they consume. Calorie counting is not an exact science, but can be a useful educational tool. Avoid common mistakes ...

As a personal trainer and weight-loss coach, I am constantly answering health and fitness questions from my clients, on social media and in our Start TODAY Facebook group. In this column, I address ...

Exercise has many healthy benefits, but it only plays a small role in weight loss. Working out makes up about 5% of the energy we burn in a day, according to research. Keeping our bodies running uses ...

Nearing the end of a global pandemic, the world has shifted its focus to health and nutrition. Of course, this entails a habit that is necessary for maintaining well-being- calorie counting. Calorie ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. April 25, 2019 Add as ...

Is it time to ditch the daily caloric recommendations?

There is a small but significant difference between the calories you burn while sitting vs. standing still, but they add up. While standing more than sitting in themselves may not help you lose a ...

What Is a Calorie Deficit? Calories are a measure of the amount of energy in food. All of the cells in your body require energy in order to work properly, just like a car needs fuel. They get that ...