Category: Learn
What Does 1lb of Fat Look Like? Size, Volume, and Context
A pound of adipose tissue occupies roughly half a liter. Learn what that comparison means, why appearance varies, and what weight readings can tell you.
Do Women Prefer Men With a Flat Stomach?
A flat stomach is not a universal requirement for attraction. Learn how to interpret body-preference research, approach dating, and keep fitness focused on your own wellbeing.
I Think I’m Too Heavy Although I’m Skinny
Feeling too heavy can be confusing when you see yourself as thin. Learn why body image and weight can feel out of step, how to respond with care, and when professional support may help.
Weight Loss Challenge Ideas: Achieve Your Goals
Participating in challenges is a great idea when your goal is weight loss. When multiple people are involved in a weight loss challenge, group activities can make it easier for you to stay on track, keep yourself accountable, and generally enjoy the whole process. We can list multiple weight loss challenge ideas, and we will,…
What Does 20 Pounds of Fat Look Like
At first, you might think that 20 pounds isn’t a lot, but if you take a closer look, 20 pounds really adds up and can drastically affect your appearance and daily activities. To give you an example, 12 bottles of 750ml wine weigh 20 pounds. So, imagine if you’re overweight by 20 pounds — it’s…
How to Gain Weight With Fast Metabolism
You can think of metabolism as your body’s engine, which determines how many calories it needs to burn to keep going. The amount of calories burned during rest (in other words, BMR—Basal Metabolic Rate) varies from person to person and differs significantly between men and women. If you have a fast (or high) metabolism, it…
How to Take Progress Photos
If you are just starting out on your fitness journey, or you are already an experienced gym-goer, you might be wondering how to take progress pictures. You might have made some changes to your workout program and are wondering if it is actually working, and whether you are seeing positive changes or not. It’s very…
Lean vs Skinny: What’s the Difference?
You might often hear that “skinny” and “lean” mean the same thing, or see both terms used interchangeably. While there are some small similarities, they are actually quite different. Many people associate being skinny with attractiveness and healthiness, which, in reality, can be quite the opposite. Being skinny doesn’t necessarily mean being healthy; for example,…
Lean vs Bulk: What’s the Difference?
Everyone enters the gym or starts working out with a specific goal in mind. Whether it is weight loss, building muscle, increasing endurance, or any other goal you might have, we are all striving to achieve a certain body type. You may have already heard about lean vs. bulk bodies, and which one you want…
Signs of Gaining Muscle and Losing Fat
The primary goal of people who work out regularly is to get lean and muscular. However, it can sometimes be hard to determine whether your effort and commitment are paying off, and it’s difficult to tell if you are gaining muscle or losing fat. As you stay consistent with your workouts and eat healthily, you…