The correlation between lifting weights and living longer isn’t quite that simple, but the research is fairly convincing.
In fact, a study looked at the muscle mass and muscle strength of 4,440 adults aged 50 and above between 1999-2002. Later, in 2011, …
I’m so proud of the fact that I’ve got a blog to share fitness, nutrition and exercise advice to help you maintain a happy and healthy life. The blog covered a lot of ground and I thought I’d use the last post of 2017 to reflect on the tips …
Core strength is key to athletic performance and injury prevention. But what’s the best way to strengthen your core? Using a Swiss ball or an exercise mat? Both have been shown to help in the development of core stability, but there’s been very little …
Staying active doesn’t just make us feel better and stay fit. Researchers are beginning to draw a connection between physical activity and its impact on our memory and delaying dementia.
Last year, researchers studied mice running on wheels in cages. They found that the running mice, when compared …
Researchers are continuing to study and uncover the power of power chords. In fact, one study showed that people who listen to custom playlists generated more power in 30-second intervals of exercise than those who didn’t listen to any music at all.
Still not convinced?
Music can alter …
Many contend that running hurts your back. But recent research suggests otherwise.
To understand the study, it’s important to remember that our spine is made up of vertebral bones with discs in between for cushioning. These discs contain fluid that help absorb pressure during movement. More fluid means more …
We love to get into our exercise routines, but what happens when work travel, out-of-town guests, an injury, or rest days keep you from exercising longer than you anticipated?
Taking time off from exercise is good for your body. But taking too long can affect physiological changes the next day, …
High intensity interval training, or HIIT, is gaining in popularity due to its efficiency and effectiveness. HIIT is an ideal workout for all types of athletes and their schedules.
HIIT alternates bouts of brief, high-intensity activity with lower intensity recovery periods until you’re too exhausted to continue. …