Are Protein Shakes Overrated?
With so many gym buffs lugging around shaker bottles, it’s easy to assume protein shakes are a must if you want to build muscle. But recent research in the Journal of Nutrition challenges this...
Lauren Krouse
About the Author
Lauren Krouse is a freelance writer and researcher based in North Carolina. A graduate of the MFA in Creative Nonfiction program at UNC-Wilmington, she loves writing about all things health, fitness, politics, and activism. When she’s not typing away, you can find her meditating, weightlifting, playing soccer, or walking in the woods with her partner and two rescue dogs.
Experts Debate: Is Cardio or Strength Training Better for Weight Loss?
When it comes to weight loss, most experts can agree on one thing: A calorie deficit (burning more calories than you eat and drink) is essential. While lowering your intake is one part of the...
Torch Calories With This Military-Inspired Walking Workout
If you’re tired of sweating it out at the gym in hopes of losing weight, a classic military training exercise gets you outside and burning calories fast. But don’t worry — no obstacle...
4 Ways Summer Beats Winter For Nailing Your Weight-Loss Resolutions
Unlike winter months, which often have added pressure from New Year’s resolutions and limited daylight hours, summer lends itself well to weight loss. It presents plenty of fun opportunities to...
5 Meal Prep Mistakes That Make Weight Loss Harder
When you’re trying to lose weight, one of the greatest favors you can do for yourself is plan ahead — especially in the kitchen. Keeping track of your intake, controlling portion sizes and...