How to Torch More Calories Weight Training by Picking Up the Tempo
Tempo or rep speed is a variable you can manipulate when you strength train. In fact, picking up the tempo may give you another benefit – greater calorie burn.
Tempo or rep speed is a variable you can manipulate when you strength train. In fact, picking up the tempo may give you another benefit – greater calorie burn.
How deep do you squat? Some people who believe they’re doing a full squat are only doing a partial one. Descending below parallel also has additional benefits. Here’s why squat depth matters.
Did you know there are movement patterns you do every day? Mastering these movements will make you more functional and resistant to injury. Plus, it’ll positively impact every aspect of your fitness. Find out what these functional strength movements are.
Activity tracker are popular right now. They can give you feedback on how active you are – but can they really help you lose weight? Find out what research shows.
You hear a lot about dairy foods, including milk, being unhealthy. One reason cited are the hormones, including growth factors, in milk. This article explores the hormone and growth factor issue in more detail.
Heading to the farmer’s market for summer produce? Here are five of the healthiest vegetables and summer fruit and what makes them so exceptional.
When doing ab crunches, you might have heard that it’s best to take each rep slow. However, a study suggests that picking up the rep speed might be better. Here’s why.
Many women mistakenly assume their risk for breast cancer is higher than the risk of heart disease and that heart disease is more of a “man’s disease.” Heart disease is still the number one killer of women, although it sometimes presents differently in women. Here’s what you should know.
Training injuries are frustrating, especially when they interfere with your training. One of the most common, especially among runners, are shin splints. Find out what you can do to heal shin splints as quickly as possible and get back into your routine.
Inflammation – it’s the driving force behind a number of chronic medical problems. Yet, chronic, low-grade inflammation is invisible since it’s occurring on the inside. So, how do you know if you’re inflamed?
You probably already realize how important vitamin D is for good health and you’d like to get it naturally. The greatest source of vitamin D for people not taking supplements is vitamin d from sun – but is it enough to meet your body’s requirements? Is it realistic to get vitamin D only from the sun?
No doubt about it! Sleep is important for your health, but can not getting enough of it slow your metabolism? Here’s the scoop on sleep and metabolic health.