You may have heard that foods containing oxalates are bad for you. However, oxalates are found in many healthy foods, including vegetables. Should you avoid these foods because of their oxalate content? Here’s what science says so far.
Hi Everyone! I hope you’re all feeling strong and healthy! This month (July 2020 workout rotation) we’ll continue to sweat and work on our cardio, strength, and endurance training! With a mix of cardio intensities and different weight lifting approaches throughout the month, we’ll keep our muscles firing! Remember to drink plenty of water and be sure to take extra rest days when needed!
How many “pull” exercises do you include in your strength-training routine? It matters for balanced strength development. In this article, you’ll learn why your workout needs more pull exercises and which movements are best for building strength in the muscles that pull.
It’s tempting to pop a pill to get vitamins and minerals, but what you get from that supplement may not offer the same health benefits as the nutrients you get from food. Here’s why supplements don’t always provide the same benefits as a healthy diet.
Ready to add a new challenge to your workouts? Try them on a BOSU. Read on and discover how many exercises you can do on the unstable surface of a BOSU and what the benefits of training on an unstable surface are.
The fat you eat is a source of energy, but, as a new study shows, it may also affect how our brain functions. It can even have an impact on how focused and productive you are. Find out why you should avoid eating a meal high in saturated fat when you need maximal brainpower.
Are you getting the most out of your workouts? If you look back over the past year and find you didn’t make the fitness gains you expected, maybe your training could use a jumpstart. It starts with the goals you set and how you intend to achieve them. Here are five tips that can help you get more results from your fitness training.
You already know that too much sun and cigarette smoking ages your skin, but you may not know about these surprising causes of prematurely aged skin. Discover three things you probably didn’t know about wrinkles and saggy skin.
It’s normal for blood pressure to rise during exercise, but some people experience a more pronounced spike in blood pressure during workouts. Scientists and cardiologists now believe this phenomenon could be a marker for future cardiovascular disease. Here’s what you should know about blood pressure, exercise, and heart health.
There are two types of muscle failure: mechanical failure and metabolic failure. Do you know the difference between the two? In this article, you’ll learn the difference, along with guidelines on whether you should train to muscle failure and how often.
Are your hamstrings too tight and would you know if they were? The problem with tight hamstrings is they can negatively affect your workouts and increase the risk of injury. In this article, you’ll discover how to determine whether you have overly tight hamstrings and what to do about it.
Do you include abdominal floor exercises in your fitness routine? Some ab exercises you do on a mat have benefits but don’t make them the bulk of your routine if you’re trying to slim down your abs. They have some limitations you should be aware of. Find out what they are.
