When are gyms in Beirut the most crowded? In Beirut, peak times for training are weekdays from 8-11AM and from 5-8 PM. This is the universal rush hour period for gyms and Beirut is no exception. Equipment tends to be hard to access at this time (yes, cardio equipment and mats also included). When is…
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Mindset Tips for Success In Fitness and Weight Lifting
Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset According to Carol Dweck, researcher of mindset and success, every individual can possess traits that are either fixed or growth-oriented. A growth mindset, according to Dweck consists of the belief that abilities are influenced by hard work as opposed to the concept of “natural talent”. Success in the field of…
Debunking Four Fitness Myths
Myth 1: Fitness models are immune from eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia and binge-eating. Reality: Many in fact do suffer and some have been open about the pressures of maintaining a certain level of leanness required from the profession. Check out American Fitness Influencer Stephanie Buttermore’s video on going “all in” after struggling with…
Advocating Strength Training to Fight Disease
Hello, It is a commonly accepted expression in Arab culture that a woman is fragile. Taken further, if she is to lift a weight, she may “break herself”. It is however, such an outdated belief that holds no truth, in fact, both women and men should aim to lift weights so that they can prevent…
3 Ways To Combat Gymtimidation (It’s A Thing)
I have received a recent email by a reader about how to stop being intimidated at the gym, the question was: Dear Tara, I always feel so self-conscious at the gym, how can I become more confident in the weight room? I feel like it is mainly for men and would like to get over…
4 Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Vegan Lifestyle
Hey guys, Whether you are an avid gym goer, an athlete or somebody who is interested in cutting out animal-based products from your diet, going Vegan has benefits that are worth the sacrifice. On top of feeling healthier and more radiant, a Vegan diet can promote longevity, good health and non-cruelty towards animals. Whether you…
Meal Preparation Ideas for Vegans Who Want to Get Fit
What is meal prep? Why do I need to do it? The short answer is that any successful body builders takes into account the long-term aspect of fitness which is not just the week’s workouts but the week’s nutrition. Meal preparation helps them reach their goals. They eat according to those goals and take an…
Benefits of Pull-Ups
One of my goals this year is to get progressively stronger at pull-ups and be able to do more than I was able to last year. I have thus committed myself to doing 3 sets of 5 pull-ups a day and work my way up daily. I am now able to do 17-20 pull-ups and…
Will Transitioning into a Vegan Diet Affect my Levels of Fitness?
Hey guys, Contrary to popular belief, putting on muscle and shedding pounds while consuming a plant-based diet is definitely possible. I would like to share with you tips on how to eat and workout on a plant-based diet. Protein Let me address the popular misconception that eating adequate amount of protein for muscle growth can only…
Self-Mastery as a Means of Visualising Fitness Goals
Hello, Self Mastery can only come from understanding yourself. “I understand myself therefore I can create a better life for myself.” This is a spiritual mindset. Now, in the physical world, such as improving physical levels of fitness, a mindset could be “I can improve my physical performance and I know that my will to create…
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