Everyone assumes that exercise is good for you, but what exactly are the benefits? How is it going to help you feel better, live longer, or be happier?
Exercise isn’t just about losing weight or building muscle. Those goals are important, but working out serves a greater purpose for your body and mind.
We love jump rope because it consistently delivers results and the benefits go beyond helping you sculpt a body that’s always ready for the beach (although that’s definitely a plus).
Read MorePeople default to cardio workouts because they are simple and easy. You can walk into any gym and step onto a treadmill. Or you just put on a pair of sneakers and run out the door.
We’re all about making fitness accessible and simple, but how effective and sustainable is running, jogging, or elliptical machines for your cardio health? Especially if you’re not having fun.
Read MoreCaptain America is one of the most iconic Marvel characters and Chris Evans carries the starry shield in style. There's a real six-pack beneath his chiseled costume.
To prepare for the "boy scout" Avenger role, Chris followed a strict training routine similar to the one below. Let's see if we can keep up.
Read MoreWhen you see a superhero on screen, it's easy to think their costume is the only thing that's jacked (we see you, Shazam). But when the gloves, cape, and spandex come off, the camera can't lie.
Stephen Amell plays the role of the emerald archer in Arrow on the CW. And when his green hood and mask come off, he's the real deal.
Read MoreThe greatest ninja of all is Bruce Lee. Anyone who watched his fights in movies or in person was shocked by his speed, agility, and ripped abs.
Read MoreWhen it comes to smashing bad guys with hammers and wearing a cape, few superheroes do it better than Thor, the Norse god of thunder. Chris Hemsworth is perpetually jacked, and this workout will leave your arms feeling mighty in no time.
Read MoreWhen it comes to indestructible savagery and macho facial hair, no character quite does it like Wolverine.
With the mutant power of regeneration, animal-quick reflexes, and huge retractable claws, Wolverine also has an adamantium-plated skeleton which makes him an all-around badass.
Read MoreEvery kid dreams of becoming some kind of superhero. Some of us wish to fly and lift trains while others pretend to be invisible and have x-ray vision.
Regardless of what kind of hero you wanted to be as a kid, you can still be your own superhero if you put in the work to defeat the ultimate foe: yourself.
Read MoreFew superheroes are more iconic than Batman. While often pitted against Superman in terms of who could beat up who, all Batman needs to win that standoff is a handful of Kryptonite. Just saying.
But we’re not here to argue about facing off aliens against humans in a superhero death match. You want to know what it takes to get your body ready to don the black cape of Gotham’s crusader.
Let’s uncover the Batman workout and challenge your inner superhero.
Read MoreBen Affleck underwent an incredible transformation to become Batman.
We can’t tell you if Batman or Superman would win in a fight, but you’ll be ready to challenge the darkest of DC villains after this workout.
Read MoreNo mere mortal can best Poseidon and intimidate Batman while rocking the most glorious beard in the DC Universe. While the Jason Momoa made his debut in Justice League, his physique in the Aquaman solo movie would make Superman jealous.
Read MoreWe’re just gonna come out and say that jump rope is the most awesome workout. It looks cool, it’s fun to do, and it’s effective for weight loss.
Part of what makes jump rope so much fun is getting to do cool tricks! And tricks make jump rope workouts more effective because you enjoy doing it more and you don’t get bored.
Who knows? You might even become a jump rope professional!
Read MoreWe live in the digital age of distraction. We’re constantly bombarded with notifications, emails, and text messages trying to steal our attention away from the moment.
Meanwhile, we’re rushing to and from home, school, and work trying to juggle all the responsibilities of life. We’re so busy and yet it feels like we get so little done.
And amidst the daily chaos it’s no wonder that one of the biggest challenges to getting and staying fit is finding the time to workout.
We are really busy with work, family, friends, and hobbies. Prioritizing fitness and trying to squeeze it into our crammed schedules is challenging.
But not impossible.
Read MoreBoxing requires intense mental focus, a keen sense of bodily rhythm, and the toughness to keep standing after getting punched in the head repeatedly.
To succeed in the ring, boxers need to have a lean physique, be light on their feet, and develop fast reflexes.
Jump rope is a natural training tool for boxers because it delivers the results a boxer needs to win.
Read MoreWhether you’re trying to lose weight for the first time or the hundredth time, Jump Rope Dudes is here to help you reach and keep your goal of leaving body fat behind (but not on your behind).
Read MoreJump rope is one of the best workouts you can do. You’ll burn fat, lose weight, and improve your cardio, all while gaining lean muscle mass.
Read MoreAnytime we’re approaching a new season, we often reflect on where we are in life and where we want to be.
We might spend a little time thinking about how to bridge the gap between our present and future self, but fear quickly creeps in to make excuses.
Our physical health is no exception.
Read MoreIf you plan to lose a couple of extra pounds, get in shape, and improve your overall health, the first thing you should pay attention to is your metabolism. If your metabolism is slow, no fad diet will give you the desired result.
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