Ever wonder why some people are much more flexible than others? Think of those people who can put their leg behind their head. Ever wondered why? Here are some factors that affect how flexible you are and discover whether it’s possible to be TOO flexible.
Back pain is one of the most common ailments people suffer from, and very often, it’s due to postural issues. By correcting poor posture, it is possible for many individuals to find relief from their discomfort. First, though, you have to know what type of posture you have.
You hear a lot about inflammation these days – how it’s linked with chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. People who are obese are also at greater risk for these health problems. Is there a link between obesity and inflammation? Find out what research shows about the link between body fat and inflammation.
When you lose body fat, in most cases, you also lose what you don’t want to lose – lean body mass. Can eating a higher protein diet help? Find out what new research shows about protein and muscle breakdown during periods of calorie restriction.
Consuming caffeine before a workout could work in your favor if you do endurance exercise like running or cycling – but what about high-intensity exercise like interval training? Will caffeine help you here too? Find out what research shows about high-intensity exercise performance and caffeine.
Having good insulin sensitivity is important for weight control and for overall health. Insulin sensitivity changes with age – but why? Is it due to factors you have some control over like body composition or is it an inevitable part of aging? Find out what research shows about insulin sensitivity and aging and what you can do to avoid insulin resistance and the health problems it’s linked with.
Are kids of today as fit as their parents? A new study looked at this issue and came to some disturbing conclusions. Find out how modern kids compare to their parents in terms of aerobic fitness and ways you can motivate your kids to get the health benefits of exercise.
Women are at greater risk for knee injuries than men, especially an ACL tear. Now a new study adds insight as to why women suffer from more torn anterior cruciate ligaments than men. Find out more and discover ways to reduce your risk for a torn ACL.
Can you be markedly overweight or obese and metabolically healthy? That’s what some research suggests. Now a new study casts doubt on this theory. Find out why metabolically healthy and obese may not be compatible and why obesity increases the risk for health problems like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
By eating more of these holiday food favoritess, and less of the many high-calorie, low-nutrition options so often served at this time of year, you might be surprised just how much of a head start you can give yourself on your next New Year’s resolution to get in shape.
Are you still avoiding fats out of fear it’s not good for you? You need a certain amount of healthy fat in your diet. Here are five reasons not to fear dietary fat and how to make sure you’re choosing the right type.
The research is clear on one thing – lack of sleep quality can negatively impact your weight and body composition. How so? When you don’t sleep enough, you release more cortisol and that does undesirable things to your body composition by increasing visceral abdominal fat and breaking down muscle tissue.
