The Part of Your Shoulders You’re Probably Not Training Hard Enough
Who doesn’t want beautifully sculpted shoulders? Sculpted, defined shoulders make your waistline look even smaller than it actually is. Strong, defined shoulders also improve the appearance of your posture. But, those shoulders don’t come for free. You have to work the muscles against resistance to see growth and strength gains!…
Does Exercising with DOMS Increase the Risk of Injury?
If you’ve been exercising for a while, you’ve probably had quite a few episodes of delayed onset muscle soreness, also known as DOMS. Delayed onset muscle soreness is the pain and stiffness you feel 24 to 72 hours after a workout that your body isn’t accustomed to. It’s most common…
The Surprising Way Weight Training Makes You Smarter
When you think about improving your brain health, a cardiovascular workout likely comes to mind. No wonder! A sweat session that gets your heart rate up can, based on a growing body of research, improves brain health. Each time you walk briskly, run, or do some other form of moderate…
5 of the Most Common Digestive Issues Related to Exercise
Have you ever experienced nausea, diarrhea, or other unpleasant digestive issues during or after a workout? You’re not alone! Exercise is good for your health, but it can be hard on your digestive tract in the short-term. Many athletes and active people experience digestive issues related to exercise. According to…
Cathe’s September 2018 Workout Rotation
Hi Everyone! Enjoy the variety of cross training workouts this month. Substitute something comparable of your choice if you don’t have any of these workouts. Have a great Holiday Weekend! OnDemand QuickSelect ™ For Cathe’s September 2018 Workout Rotation Note: If you’re an OnDemand subscriber make sure you’re logged into…
Are Burnout Sets Beneficial for Muscle Hypertrophy?
To get your muscles to grow, or hypertrophy, you must progressively stress the muscles you’re working in a way they’re unaccustomed to. In response to this controlled stress, muscle fibers break down and rebuild in a way that makes them larger and stronger. It’s an ongoing process that can take…
This Determines Whether You’ll Stick with Exercise Long-Term
Why do some people start an exercise program only to quit? The statistics are sobering. Around 50% of people who start an exercise program quit within 3 to 6 months. Many of these folks had good intentions and initially give it a whirl only to stop a few weeks later.…
Does Strength Training Improve Chronic Neck Pain?
Neck pain is a nagging problem that’s increasing in frequency in men and women of all ages, even teenagers. The reason? Too many people spend the day with their neck and shoulders hunched over a keyboard or a desk. Then, when work is over, the soon-to-be neck pain sufferer grabs…
Coffee and Strength Training: Does Caffeine Make You Stronger?
Most people enjoy sipping a cup of coffee first thing in the morning and, often, later in the day as well. Studies suggest that coffee has health benefits and is linked with a lower risk of some health problems, including type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, heart disease, and liver disease.…
Sodium and Your Health: Is It Safe to Eat Salt Again?
For years, we’ve been told to cut back on sodium and to avoid using the salt shaker. These guidelines are based on studies suggesting that a high-sodium diet increases the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. But, recently the low-sodium mantra has quieted to a whisper – but…