Don’t Be Afraid to Split Up Your Exercise Sessions
One of the biggest reasons people give for not exercising is a lack of time. That’s understandable! Life is busy. There’s work, family, social activities, and a seemingly endless list of daily tasks, like cleaning and cooking meals. Sometimes, it all seems overwhelming and you wonder how you’ll possibly fit…
What is Weightlifter’s Shoulder & How Can You Avoid It?
The shoulder joints are one of the most prone to injury. That's because this joint is inherently less stable than others in the body. The reason? The shoulder is designed to be flexible and capable of moving in a variety of directions. Yet, this flexibility also makes it more…
5 Ways to Naturally Curb Your Appetite That Are Backed by Science
You ate a rather large lunch two hours ago. Now, you’re feeling that nagging desire to eat again! Why so soon? It’s no secret that overeating and lack of physical activity contribute to obesity - but what causes those hunger hormones to rage out of control? Most importantly, what can…
How Exercise in the Heat Can Improve Performance
In many parts of the country, summertime heat and humidity are forces to be reckoned with in the summer. You may have the luxury of working out in a temperature-controlled environment during the summer and can avoid the extra stress heat places on your body. But, what if you run…
What Are Phytochemicals and What Role Do They Play in Health?
Plant foods are an abundant source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, but they also provide a diverse array of phytochemicals. Phytochemicals are compounds that don’t offer nutritional value but are still biologically active in the body. Phytochemicals come in many forms and have confusing names, like flavonoids, carotenoids terpenes, lignans,…
5 Stretching Mistakes You’re Probably Making
Stretching keeps your muscles flexible, but you have to do it regularly to reap the benefits. Although there’s no definitive research showing stretching reduces the risk of injury, it helps reduce muscle tightness and enhances flexibility. When your muscles are flexible, it may help your performance, whether you’re lifting weights…
Does the Order in Which You Eat Your Macronutrients Matter?
We know it’s important to get a healthy array of macronutrients – carbs, fats, protein – and to get these macronutrients from whole foods rather than processed junk. But, have you thought about the order in which you eat your macronutrients and whether it impacts your metabolic health? According to…
A Powerful Glute Activator to Add to Your Strength-Training Routine
Who doesn’t want stronger, firmer glutes? Firm, rounded glutes are attractive, but when they’re strong, they also help you generate power and protect against lower back pain. Powerful glutes also help correct the muscle imbalances that many people have from sitting too much - tight hip flexors, weak glutes, and…
What Role Does Exercise Play in Reversing Pre-diabetes?
Pre-diabetes is a condition where fasting blood sugars are above normal but not yet in the diabetic range. Around 79 million people in the U.S. fall into this category. A normal, fasting blood sugar is less than 100 mg/dL. Above 125 mg/dL is diabetic, and values in between are in…
What is Type 3 Diabetes & What Dietary Habits Prevent It?
Unless you’ve been vacation on another planet, you’ve heard of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, one of the country’s fastest growing health problems. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of the disease and it’s characterized by cells that are resistant to insulin. This type of diabetes is…