weight training
Can strength training do more than build strength and more defined muscles? Discover the cognitive enhancements and mood-boosting effects of weight training, backed by scientific research. Discover why pumping iron might be the key to a sharper mind and a happier mood.
So, what exactly is “active aging.” It can mean different things depending on the subject matter at hand, but overall, active aging is how we can feel our best with each passing year by focusing on the activities that keep our bodies and our minds equipped for life.
Are you experiencing hip discomfort when you strength train? Explore the nuances of hip pain during weight training, what could be causing it, and ways to lower your risk of hip issues when you train.
In a world that often imposes unattainable ideals on women’s bodies, the journey of weight training transcends the superficial. It’s not just about shedding pounds or inches; it’s a profound transformation that forges a deeper connection with your own capabilities, boosts self-assurance, and defies societal norms. Let’s explore further.
Cultivating mindfulness in a workout can help bring more presence and focus to your workout. It can also help alleviate boredom and offer more motivation. Try these techniques for making your exercise sessions more mindful.
Lifting weights is a prescription for good health. The feeling you get when you finish a workout with weight is unparalleled and makes it all worth it. The long-term effects are even better! However, if you make this mistake when you lift, it can raise your blood pressure.
Did you know a study shows that exercises that work the leg muscles may be the key to preserving brain and nervous system health.
Both genders gain strength and muscle mass through strength training, but do women build muscle slower than men? Here’s what science shows about gender differences in muscle and strength gains.
Ankle sprains are painful and inconvenient. They also make it hard to strength train since your ankle ligaments need time to heal and it might be uncomfortable or risky to bear weight on your ankle. When is it safe to return to exercise and what’s the best way to ease back into it?
Strength training helps you stay strong and functional, but can it also improve your brain power and slow brain aging? Find out how strength training affects cognitive function and memory based on science.
Inflammation is the driving force behind many chronic health problems, including cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Research shows that moderate amounts of exercise lowers markers of inflammation but most of the research pertains to aerobic exercise. Can resistance training reduce inflammation too?
A variety of factors contribute to strength-training success, but have you ever wondered what the most important factor is for making strength and hypertrophy gains? A new study claims to have the answer and you might be surprised.
