As with any fitness journey, establishing an end goal is essential. That being said,lower-body exercisesplay a massive role in all areas of your movement. “These exercises will help tone and strengthen the lower body muscles,” he explains. Shutterstock “[They] will also help build lean muscle mass andenhance overall lower-body strength.” So without delay, let’s move into these simple yet effective exercises to melt lower-body fat fast. To get started, stand tall with your feet together and your arms at the sides of your body....

I always have my otherwise healthy male clients in their 40s perform strength training. When coupled with the right nutrition program and healthy lifestyle, thebenefits of lifting weightscannot be overstated. The following are my top seven regular strength exercises formen in their 40s. Shutterstock Complete three to four sets of four to eight repetitions at least twice a week for all exercises. you might split them up into anywhere from two to four total weekly workouts....

On her sitePoosh, the reality star listed what she eats daily and lists the superfood. “Before breakfast, I take a vegan probiotic shot. While it’s something Kardashian does every morning, experts recommend speaking to a physician about using it first. Getty Images What is Spirulina and Should You Try It? “Don’t be scared! It’s tastier than it looks,” the star joked. Shutterstock The mother of four took toTwitterto answer questions from fans and shared she puts sea moss in her smoothies....

There’s no doubt about it:sandwichesare one of the tastiest, easiest meals out there. Subpar cold cuts or other meats especially can ruin the whole meal. It’s because the meat selection is pretty great. Jimmy Johns/ Facebook Its menu is packed with various hot subs and cold sandwiches that always hit the spot. (Is your mouth watering yet?) The brand mentions that this is not only better for the animals but also results in better-tasting ingredients....

Either way, there are plenty ofMcDonald’s menuitems to choose from. At the same time, there are also options that are betterknown for their flavor punchthan nutrient density. Similarly, burger and sandwiches with high sodium content and added sugar won’t rank as high. Shutterstock You’ll find the items with few ingredients tend to rank better on our list. Want to make this option healthier? While it also contributes some saturated fat, the total count is still reasonable for a meal....

Don’t mess with Costco’sstrict membership policyor you might be asked to never come back. The TikToker explained that he took his family’s second membership slot when he went away to college. Shoppers have been reportingintense rounds of questioningfrom employees at self-checkout despite doing anything wrong. Andy.LIU / Shutterstock Some members evensaidthat workers questioned their identities and refused to believe them after providing proof. To be clear, Costco has never permitted membership sharing among customers....

Walk into aCostcoon any given day and you’ll find plenty ofbakery items that customers rave about. And some of these seasonal goodies become so popular with customers that Costco brings them back year after year. Sure, Costco members pine after these limited edition treats during those long months when they’re not available. Shutterstock But it also gives them something special to spot on their grocery runs at the start of every season....

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. “It’s very sparkly and fun,” she toldVogueof her slinky silver dress. Joe Maher/Getty Images “I just thought it would match my mermaid character in Barbie, so I just went with that. We’ve rounded up the ways the 27-year-old stays fit and what experts think about her workout routine....

Many consumers have had to deal with persistent or even tedious promotional text messages fromfast-food chainsat some point. ButPizza Hutis being accused of taking thingssofar with its marketing texts that its actions equaled harassment of customers. Cortez is seeking a trial and statutory damages from the company. ssi77 / Shutterstock And if you had a similar experience with Pizza Hut, this case could be relevant to you too. Pizza Hut did not immediately respond to our queries for comment on the lawsuit....

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. The original story follows below. Tom Eversley / Shutterstock There are multiple groups of people involved in the coming announcements next month. With the upcoming announcement, some people in the industry believe it may cause unnecessary panic from consumers. “While these findings may appear to be more grave, this is not staggering information....

Gear up to fire up and target the gluteal muscles. Hold a single dumbbell or kettlebell like a goblet up by your chest. Descend into a squat until your thighs are parallel to the ground. Shutterstock Press through both feet and squeeze your buttocks as you rise back up to standing. Bend your knees, and have a dumbbell or barbell set up across your hips. Next, push yourself back up to the position you started in....

So how can consumers tell the difference between high-quality and low-quality fast-food beef? Perhaps the most important factor of all is the chain’s stance on antibiotics. Here are five fast-food chains whose beef quality just doesn’t stand up to that of their peers. Shutterstock Still, that doesn’t mean all the takeaways about its beef are positive. The Mexican-themed chainmade a commitmentin 2019 to reduce antibiotics in its beef by 2025but only by 25%....

Boosting your heart health as you grow into your 40s and beyond should not be overlooked. He doessteady-state cardiolikecycling, jogging, and rowing, or explosive exercise like sprinting. In other words, training smarter, with great intent/focus, and not wasting time. Shutterstock First, we need to get our perspective and mentality around aging adjusted. Getting older is a privilege, and you absolutely can get better with age. Each block includes two exercises, acting as a superset....