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For most exercises, the dumbbell and kettlebell are interchangeable. Image Credit: Westend61/Westend61/GettyImages In This Article Selecting Weights When Not to Use a DB Kettlebells are pretty common now in home gyms and public fitness studios. But when they aren't available, you may wonder if you can use a dumbbell for a kettlebell exercise. Advertisement "Dumbbells can easily be interchangeable with kettlebells in most cases, although historically, kettlebells have been used for more swinging-type exercises," says Jake Harcoff, CSCS, a certified kinesiologist and owner of AIM Athletic....

Can You Lose Weight Doing Water Aerobics? Image Credit: Wavebreakmedia/iStock/GettyImages To casual observers, water aerobics might look like it’s not much of a workout. Although it burns fewer calories than other types of aerobics done on land, water aerobics is still an excellent way to burn calories for weight loss. Combined with a calorie-reduced diet, people of all ages and abilities can shed pounds and gain fitness doing water aerobics several times a week....

The shock absorbed during mountain biking may damage the testicles. Image Credit: ahmet rauf Ozkul/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Nerve Irritation Trauma Testicular Torsion What About Cancer? Other Causes Your testicles are sensitive, and even minor pressure or injury can lead to discomfort. Enter bike seat-induced testicular pain. That's right — your rides could potentially be the source of those unwelcome aches. Advertisement Your testicles can be easily injured because of their location — they hang down outside your body, inside your scrotum, which makes them vulnerable to injury from a blow or crushing pressure, according to the American Urological Association (AUA)....

Different varieties of hot chocolate may help to soothe an upset stomach, depending on the cause of the condition. Some naturopaths recommend dark chocolate for certain types of stomachaches. Hot beverages made with milk can also be soothing. If you have an upset stomach, consult your physician before trying any home remedies. Dark Chocolate All chocolate contains flavanoids, a rich antioxidant that might help to protect you from some diseases and illnesses....

Whole foods with plenty of vitamin C like strawberries and kiwi can help manage cortisol levels. Image Credit: Kateryna Medetbayeva/iStock/GettyImages Feeling stressed? Your diet could play a role. No foods contain the stress hormone cortisol, but there are foods that affect cortisol levels in the body. Here’s how to eat to help manage your cortisol levels and how stressed you feel. Advertisement ​Read more:​ 7 Surprising Side Effects of Stress You Should Know About Video of the Day Eat Whole Foods Cortisol is known as the stress hormone because your body produces it under stress, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)....

Our favorite comfort foods get a nutritional bump with these clever hacks. Image Credit: Twenty20/@lynnemitchell Who says you can’t have your cake (or pizza, or dip) and eat it too? Believe it or not, it is possible to treat yourself and simultaneously up your overall nutrient intake — if you take advantage of some savvy ingredient swaps, that is. Advertisement We took 10 favorite comfort foods and gave each a nutritional boost to make them better for both your body and your conscience....

A close up of a man holding dumbells with a ripped set of abs. Image Credit: Petr_Joura/iStock/Getty Images The Process Ripped Fuel is a thermogenic dietary supplement produced by Twinlab, a subsidiary of Ideasphere. Thermogenic dietary supplements, more commonly known as weight-loss supplements, were classically made up of ephedrine, caffeine and aspirin, known as the ECA stack (ephedrine, caffeine and aspirin). However, in 2005 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned all dietary supplements containing ephedrine....

Shoveling snow burns a lot of calories — just make sure you're doing it safely. Image Credit: Christopher Kimmel / Aurora Photos/Aurora Open/GettyImages In This Article Calories Burned Shoveling Snow Factors That Affect Calories Burned Calories Burned in the Cold Steps to Stay Safe Clearing your snow-covered walks and driveway may be your most dreaded winter chore, but it also burn lots of calories pretty quickly. Snow shoveling is a dynamic cardio exercise that works the muscles in your legs, core, back, shoulders and arms....

Push-ups combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise routine will help you reach your weight-loss goals. Image Credit: NoSystem images/E+/GettyImages Performing 100 push-ups in a single workout is definitely no small feat. Even getting through a few sets of 10 chest-to-floor push-ups is impressive, to say the least. Advertisement Even though your muscles are working extra hard when you're doing 100 push-ups, the calorie burn won't be too high. Instead of performing your push-ups with a calorie goal, use this exercise to build total-body muscle and focus on creating a calorie deficit for fat loss....

Losing 2 pounds a day can a difficult job. In order to lose weight properly, you need to both reduce your daily calories and exercise in order to burn calories. Advertisement Calories Calories are the energy stored in food. Too many calories can cause you to gain weight. Therefore, when trying to lose weight, you need to reduce the amount of calories consumed each day. Video of the Day Losing 2 Pounds According to the Center for Disease Control, there are approximately 3,500 calories in one pound....

Keeping up a solid fitness routine may help you establish better balance and flexibility as you age. Image Credit: Getty Images/wundervisuals Even if you only loosely understand what the basics of Medicare are (we’ll give you the low-down shortly, don’t worry), the first thing to come to mind most likely ​isn’t​ developing a strong fitness routine… right? Advertisement Mini refresher: Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people 65 and older, and those with some disabilities....

How much bread per day you should be eating will depend on your age, sex and activity level. Image Credit: Caiaimage/Paul Bradbury/Caiaimage/GettyImages Many of us have a love/hate relationship with bread, so you may be wondering: How much bread per day is healthy? Advertisement According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), bread falls into the grain group. This group includes all foods based on wheat, barley, oats or any other cereal grain....

If you're looking for portability, efficiency or need to save some space, consider cooking ribs in an elastic roaster. Image Credit: Tatiana Volgutova/iStock/GettyImages If you’re looking for portability, efficiency or need to save some space, consider cooking ribs in an elastic roaster. This can be particularly convenient if you’re preparing a large meal and need to use your oven for other dishes. Advertisement Read more: How to Cook Delicious Ribs in the Oven and on the Grill Video of the Day Cooking Ribs in Roaster Oven Step 1: Mix and Rub Mix the dry ingredients and rub the ribs with the sugar and spice mixture....

To get muscle definition, build strength while maintaining a healthy body fat percentage. Image Credit: GrapeImages/E+/GettyImages When learning how to get muscle definition, the equation can be quite simple: Build strong muscle while achieving or maintaining a healthy body fat percentage that lets those muscles shine. Advertisement And, fortunately, if you're wondering exactly how to get muscle definition as a woman, neither building muscle or burning fat require an intense workout routine or rigid diet....

Make-ahead breakfast recipes are perfect for busy mornings when you're on the go. Image Credit: LauriPatterson/E+/GettyImages We’ve all heard that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” but it can also be the most inconvenient meal to prepare. If your morning routine is busy and it’s impossible to cook a nutritious breakfast every day, make-ahead recipes are for you. Advertisement Make-ahead breakfast recipes can be frozen, reheated and enjoyed just as if they were made fresh....

Making sure you're eating enough protein might help stop cravings when you're dieting. Image Credit: shironosov/iStock/GettyImages When you’re trying to lose weight, cravings are the worst. They can derail your best healthy-eating efforts, maybe set you back in your progress and — most frustrating of all — mess with your mindset. So, what if you could stop cravings before they start? Advertisement Here, we outline five common mistakes that can trigger cravings when you're dieting, and how to prevent them....

Abdominal swelling can occur if you overuse your stomach muscles. Image Credit: simarik/iStock/GettyImages Abdominal swelling after exercise may be normal after the stress placed on your core during exercise, especially if you did an intense abs workout. In some cases, it may indicate a more serious condition or injury, such as a hernia. Advertisement Tip If your stomach is swollen after your workout, it may be normal muscle inflammation and soreness or bloating water that is still in your stomach....

Disruptions in the pH balance of the human body can cause a number of detrimental effects. While your body’s fluids are generally held in the neutral range, near a pH of 7.0, the foods that you eat may have an impact on your body’s pH balance. Although there are only slight differences between the natural pH of men and women, the potential damage caused by a pH imbalance may be more pronounced in women....

Body mass index, or BMI, is an easy-to-calculate measure of obesity based on the ratio of your weight and your height. Image Credit: annatodica/iStock/Getty Images Body mass index, or BMI, is an easy-to-calculate measure of obesity based on the ratio of your weight and your height. It’s convenient to use because it doesn’t require expensive equipment or a clinical setting to measure – just knowledge of your height and weight – and it’s useful for most people to get a general idea of your disease risk....

Certain vitamins can change the color of your stool. Image Credit: seb_ra/iStock/GettyImages It can be rather alarming when you go to the toilet for your daily business and notice that the color of your stool has changed. However, there’s no need to panic. If you’ve introduced a new vitamin, mineral or other type of supplement into your daily regimen, that might just be the cause. However, changes in stool color can also indicate a serious health problem, so if withholding the vitamin for a couple of days doesn’t clear things up, be sure to tell your doctor....