How High Intensity Exercise Makes Your Brain More Efficient
We start to have problems recalling information as we grow older. For example, you might be slow to retrieve the name of an acquaintance you haven’t seen in years or a television show you watched a few weeks ago. The information is still there, almost on the tip of your…
What Are Metabolic Conditioning Workouts and What Benefits Do They Offer?
Metabolic conditioning workouts have become insanely popular. In fact, the term is sometimes used, rather loosely, to describe any workout that’s intense in nature. But, metabolic conditioning is training that can be adapted to meet a variety of sports and fitness goals. Let’s look at what a metabolic conditioning workout…
Does Being Physically Fit Reduce the Risk of a Cold?
Colds are not life-threatening, but they sure are a nuisance and they’re certainly inconvenient. In fact, colds are one of the most common reasons that people miss work, and for businesses, they’re a source of lost productivity. Despite advances in medical research, we have yet to snag a cure for…
Shoulder Shrugs Don’t Get the Attention They Deserve & Why You Need Them
Are shoulder shrugs part of your strength-training routine? Well, why not? Oftentimes, this exercise doesn’t get the attention and respect it deserves. In fact, most people don’t do them at all. Yet, shoulder shrugs are a simple exercise and one that most of us could benefit from, particularly if we…
What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome & How Can You Prevent It?
One of the more common knee problems physically active people contend with is iliotibial band syndrome. This inconvenient orthopedic issue is most common in distance runners but can affect anyone who is physically active. Distance running seems to be a strong pre-disposing factor as sprinters and people who run short…
5 Things You Should Include in Your Fitness Training Journal
Do you keep a fitness training journal? If not, why not? Keeping one gives you an advantage in terms of staying on track. It’s also a way to monitor your progress and it can help you stay motivated on these days when you feel like sitting on the couch rather…
Why Women Crave Sugary Foods More Than Men
Have you ever craved something sweet and a bit decadent such as a doughnut or cookie? If you’re like most people, male or female, you probably have! The likelihood of experiencing a strong sugar craving may depend on your gender. Research shows women are more likely than men to have…
Lack of Exercise Is Even More Harmful to Your Muscles as You Get Older
Older people are more inclined to take it easy, but the harms of inactivity are even greater as the years pass by. In fact, a new study published in The Journal of Physiology finds that people in their 60’s and beyond suffer more harmful effects from inactivity than younger folks.…
What’s the Best Type of Protein for Boosting Muscle Protein Synthesis?
Protein is the name of the game when it comes to building muscle. When you think of protein, do visions of meat and dairy come to mind? Both meat and dairy are complete sources of protein, meaning they contain all the essential amino acids your body needs but can’t make.…
The Surprising Fitness Benefits of Half Squats
Doing a half squat sounds like a copout. You might think you need to squat to at least parallel to get the full benefit of squats, right? It’s true that squatting deeper, to parallel or below, works the muscles in your lower body, as a whole, more than doing a…