Would you like to improve your exercise endurance? The best way to do it is to train! Yet, some studies show a compound in common foods like onions and berries might give you an edge. Find out how.
Are triceps dips part of your fitness routine? If not, it’s time to reconsider. Here’s why they’re important and how to make them easier or harder.
Are you struggling to get ab definition and falling short in doing so? The problem could be that you’re doing too many repetitions. Find out what the ideal rep range is and how to restructure your ab workout to get better results.
Sure, it’s important to stay hydrated, especially if you’re doing endurance exercise. But, what about strength training? Can hydration impact muscle hypertrophy gains?
We know that muscle glycogen is important for supplying the energy your body needs for high-intensity exercise. How much glycogen can your muscles actually store and is there a way to increase that amount?
Can you build muscle on a low-carb diet? Find out what science shows about muscle hypertrophy and low-carb dieting and whether a diet very low in carbs limits muscle growth in response to resistance training.
So many athletes pop an ibuprofen or two when their muscles or joints aches. What impact does this have on muscle hypertrophy? Can taking NSAID of all types interfere with muscle hypertrophy?
Are you making one of these five strength-training mistakes? Here are some of the most common errors people make when trying to boost muscle strength.
Stretching – we do it for a number of reasons, but to cause the muscle to grow in size isn’t one of them. However, there is some evidence that stretching aids in muscle hypertrophy. Find out how.
How often do you take a rest day? Hopefully, you ARE taking rest days. Unfortunately, many people get rest days wrong. Here are five of the most common mistakes.
Arthritis – it’s a health problem we equate with old age. But, you can have joint pain and stiffness at any age. Could those achy joints you’re experiencing be arthritis?
Most of us walk if only to get from place to place. However, regular walking, especially at a rapid pace, has health benefits. If you’d like to increase the calories you burn when you walk, here’s a science-backed way to do it.
