Exercise can change your body composition, but even more surprising is the impact it has on the way your genes are expressed. In fact, a new study shows that even one exercise session can change how your genes are expressed. How’s that for immediate gratification?
Exercise may help slow the aging process. Aging begins at the cellular level – and a new study shows high-intensity interval training may be just the ticket for keeping your cells fit and healthy.
Push-ups are an exercise that work multiple muscle groups – but you’ll maximize your benefits if you use proper form. Make sure you’re not making these six push-up mistakes.
Muscle balance is essential for healthy physical functioning. So, what happens when the biggest, strongest muscle in your body is weak and lazy? Find out.
What’s your favorite time to lift weights? Does it make a difference as far as your strength gains? Find out what research shows about strength training performance based on time of day.
Fatigue is often the factor that limits a strength-training workout. Your muscles become so tired that you can’t complete another rep – but why does this happen? Read on and discover the three types of fatigue that limit your strength-training efforts.
We know so much about the health benefits of exercise. Who wouldn’t want to enjoy the “perks” that working out offers? However, a small percentage of the population may not experience improvements in aerobic capacity in response to training. Now, scientists believe they know why some people are exercise non-responders.
You likely already know that core training is important, not only for core strength but for core stiffness as well. A study shows that not all core exercises are equally effective. Find out why.
How tough is your workout? If you’re ready to kick it up a notch, make sure you’re including these four hardest strength-training exercises in your routine.
Squats are one of the most basic of strength-training exercises, yet many people do them incorrectly. How is your squat form? Here are five common squat mistakes that might be downgrading the quality of your squats.
Unfortunately, your muscles adapt to training over a period of time. That’s when you have to introduce new challenges to make them work harder and push them a little beyond failure. Here are five advanced strength-training techniques that allow you to do that.
Do you listen to music when you exercise? A number of studies have looked at the impact music has on moderate-intensity exercise – but what about HIIT workouts? Find out what a new study shows.
