If you live with osteoarthritis of the knee, you know that certain exercises can trigger joint discomfort. High-impact activities like running that pound the joints are challenging when the cartilage in your knees is wearing thin. The goal should be to stay active but be smart about how you do it. It’s a matter…
New research from Cedars-Sinai’s Smidt Heart Institute, revealing that women can achieve greater cardiovascular benefits from exercise than men with less effort. Learn how understanding these gender differences can revolutionize exercise recommendations and empower women to prioritize their heart health.
Cut calories without cutting flavor from your favorite comforting meals with these clever no-sacrifice ingredient swaps. Simple tricks like using Greek yogurt or cauliflower rice let you slash calories while preserving the delicious tastes you crave. Learn seven easy food hacks for enjoying healthier versions of classic dishes without feeling deprived.
Standing desks are all the rage, but do they really improve your health? Let’s take a closer look at the claims. The truth may surprise you.
New research shows reducing salt by just one teaspoon daily can significantly lower blood pressure, even for those on meds. This simple change could be a game-changer for heart health, impacting millions with high blood pressure. Goodbye, processed foods, hello, fresh flavors & spices! ️ Learn how small tweaks can make a significant difference for your heart health.
Feeling sluggish, bloated, or simply out of sorts? Your gut health might be holding you back! Let’s explore a simple 3-pronged approach to nourishing it. From boosting immunity to improving mood, learn how to feed your gut beneficial bacteria and unlock a lifetime of wellness.
Balance training is important at all ages, from improving speed and agility for athletes to helping kids with a game of hopscotch, but our balance begins to decline at around age 50 and continues to decline as we age.
This month ( March 2024 Workout Rotation) we’ll slow things down a bit and focus on some heavy lifting. Three days each week you’ll perform heavy weighted body part routines, and two times per week you’ll do shorter hiit cardio routines. You’ll also notice that you have two off/recovery days each week. Taking the extra time to recover will help to restore the strength and energy that you need to give your all to your workouts. You can use these days to rest completely or to enjoy one of my recovery routines. Feel free to do all low impact cardio routines in place of the high impact if desired. Try to fuel your body with solid nutrition so that it can perform at its best and as always, have some fun!
So, what exactly is “active aging.” It can mean different things depending on the subject matter at hand, but overall, active aging is how we can feel our best with each passing year by focusing on the activities that keep our bodies and our minds equipped for life.
Discover how maintaining a healthy ratio of quadriceps to hamstring strength could be your ticket to knee health. A new study shows why your quads to hamstring ratio matters and what the ideal strength ratio may be
Could replacing regular table salt with a salt substitute containing potassium chloride help lower blood pressure? Find out what a new study shows about salt substitutes, heart health, and blood pressure.
Could dark chocolate be a superfood for your heart? Dark chocolate contains antioxidants and nutrients that may provide cardiovascular benefits, but it has downsides too. Find out more.
