chris sparling

Tried and true tips for using creatine

For the serious lifters out there (and I know there are at least a few of you), you've almost certainly at least heard of creatine. And, there's a ... Read More »

Diet Detective: Subway's 6-inch Double-Meat Italian BMT

Subway has it all over McDonald's and Burger King in the spokesperson department. The weight-loss maven Jarrod doesn't wear make-up and clown shoes, ... Read More »

Sleep boosts athletic performance

If your performance at the gym has been second-rate lately, it may be due to the lack of shut-eye you've been getting at night. Researchers from ... Read More »

Build a strong beginner foundation

One size fits all may work for certain types of clothing, but certainly not for exercise programs. That's why it's important that you find a workout ... Read More »

3 tips for eating healthy in a pinch

Eating healthy; sure we'd all like to, but who the heck has the time? Grabbing an on-the-go meal is simply a much more feasible option when you're ... Read More »

Get fit with a pyramid scheme

There are a wide variety of ways to keep your workout fresh. Changing rep counts, limiting or extending break time in between sets, and performing new ... Read More »

The 5: Tips for finding the right running shoe

The weather is perfect for nice, long outdoor runs on the beach or right through your neighborhood. The leaves are changing colors, the air is crisp, ... Read More »

How about these healthy tricks and treats?

Halloween is always full of thrills and surprises, but that fun shouldn't include health risks. Here are some tips, adapted from the Sierra Club ... Read More »

Breakfast keeps teens from snacking

What's the big deal about breakfast? Well, I'll tell you -- so you can then go tell your teen (you know, the one who rushes out the door for school ... Read More »

Try these autumn running shoes on for size

I'm in pretty serious need of some new running sneakers, something I noticed yesterday as a small patch of the sole flapped against the spinning ... Read More »