Achy knees? It’s a common symptom among athletes and sedentary people alike. Read on and discover five of the most common causes of knee pain and what you can do to protect yours.
Do you follow the advice of waiting at least two hours after a meal to work out? Is this an old wives’ tale or are there reasons why you shouldn’t exercise after eating breakfast, lunch or dinner?
Lunges are an effective exercise for the lower body but you’ll get more benefits if you do them correctly. How many of these common lunge mistakes are you making?
Strength training and aerobic exercise – you need them both. But, what’s the best way to schedule them? Is it okay to do them on the same day? Find out what research shows about concurrent training.
Going gluten-free has become quite trendy and some gluten-free dieters claim that it helps them lose weight. Is there any evidence to support these claims about gluten-free diets?
You’ve probably heard people say you should drink eight glasses of water daily. Are these words of wisdom true and are they backed by science?
Insomnia is a problem for one in three people. If you sometimes have problems falling asleep you might wonder whether exercising later in the day can compound this problem. Find out what research shows about exercise and insomnia.
Protein – you need it for a variety of functions and for muscle repair after a workout. The question is how how much protein do you need? Find out what current research shows.
What do you do after a workout is over? Hopefully, you gradually cool down and then focus on post-workout nutrition – but are you doing it correctly? Here are five common mistakes people make when refueling after a workout.
We’ve heard for years that a High-Sodium Diet increases blood pressure and may also raise the risk of heart disease – but is the consensus changing? Could a low-sodium diet actually be harmful?
High blood pressure is one of the most common, chronic health conditions that adults experience. There is a genetic component to hypertension but lifestyle also is a factor. Here are five foods that science shows may lower blood pressure.
Fermented vegetables – most of us don’t eat enough of them if we eat any at all. However, there are some compelling reasons to add more fermented veggies to your diet. Here are four.
