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Learn about the effects of detraining on your heart health and cardiovascular system. Discover what happens to your heart when you stop exercising and how you can prevent negative impacts on your overall health. Find out how to maintain good cardiovascular health even when taking a break from your exercise routine.
Fish oil supplements contain long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, a type of fat that may benefit heart health. But do the health claims about omega-3 fatty acids hold up to scrutiny? Here’s what more research shows.
Moderate to high-intensity exercise boosts aerobic fitness while low-intensity exercise has less of an impact on aerobic capacity. Does that mean it has no fitness or health benefits? Find out what science shows about the health effects of low-intensity exercise.
How much do you know about stretching? There are lots of myths and misconceptions about the process of stretching and its benefits. Here are five and why you should stop believing them.
Could eating an avocado each day boost the health of your heart and lower your risk of cardiovascular disease? Find out what research shows about avocados and heart health. You might be surprised at how nutrient dense, and heart healthy avocadoes are and what an excellent addition they can be to a heart-healthy diet.
What’s the part of a workout most people skimp on? It’s the warm-up. But don’t be “one of those people.” Here are five reasons, backed by science, that you should always warm-up before exercise.
Sugar isn’t just empty calories; it’s harmful to at least 5 organs in your body. Find out what effects sugar has on these organs and why cutting back on the quantity of sugar in your diet is one of the best things you can do for your health.
Can the speed at which you climb stairs be an indicator of heart health? That’s what a new study suggests. Find out about a simple self-test of heart function that could give you a better idea of how healthy your heart is.
Can having more muscle mass lower your risk of cardiovascular disease? You might think only aerobic exercise protects against heart problems, but you might be surprised! Find out how resistance training might lower the odds of developing heart disease.
When you’re feeling angry, you might feel like launching into a vigorous workout to release some of your frustrations. However, research shows that such a strategy might not be healthy for your heart. Instead, dial the intensity down until you cool off, at least for the health of your heart. Here’s why.
Strength training makes you stronger and helps slow the muscle aging process, but is it good for your heart too? A recent study says yes. Here’s why strength training is as good for your heart as aerobic exercise.
You’ve probably heard that endurance exercise is best for heart health and that strength training does little to improve heart function or protect against cardiovascular disease. However, a new study calls this into question. Can strength training lower your risk of cardiovascular disease too?
