Category: Health

“Unfortunately, when chaos erupts, you won’t be able to access your local gym or consult a personal trainer,” writes Fallout Fitness’s Jesse. He created a […]

Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional disorder in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), abouttwo billion people suffer from anemia , […]

In his book Slim By Design, Brian Wansink of Cornell University’s Food and Brands Lab discusses how the most subtle external cues can affect our […]

Depending on who you ask, we are either eating “too much” protein, or we need a protein shake after the protein shake to build some […]

We will say anything to bribe a child to take the medicine, but telling them it’s a lollipop can backfire. Every year 70,000 children are […]

Babies, children and adolescents need more sleep than the average adult . Over the years, we’ve heard different but similar ranges from different sources , […]

Apps can measure how far and how fast you run, but they’re not great at measuring your long-term progress. Am I developing a habit? Am […]

If you are in a bad mood at the beginning of your workout or are afraid of what lies ahead, you are more likely to […]

Urine is composed of urea , water, sodium, potassium, and other chemical compounds. For a long time, people who watched too many survival shows and […]

If you’ve tried complex yoga moves, you know all about tools like blocks and straps that can help you get closer to a pose you […]

I am always afraid to check my cholesterol level because historically this test requires me to fast for at least eight hours before. And if […]

Meditation apps can help you set aside time to meditate during the day, teach you how to meditate, or introduce you to new techniques. These […]

Handstand push-ups are exactly what they look like and, as with push-ups and pull-ups , you need to learn them gradually. In her video, Nia […]

In 2015, a man was hospitalized with serious injuries after his e-cigarette exploded in his face . Another victim received severe burns to his hands, […]

The World Health Organization announced today that hot drinks are likely to cause cancer . This does not mean that hot coffee in your hand […]

As a rule, there are two problematic moments in the deadlift: first, the bar goes past the shins; the other blocks your hips at the […]

You’ve probably seen chase scenes in movies likeCasino Royale , where fugitives jump over obstacles and land from frightening heights with feline grace. It’s parkour […]

Running is easy: just lace up your shoes and go, right? We even told you that you don’t need to buy expensive shoes . But […]

It is difficult to watch your child in pain, so seeing the doctor with injections can be stressful for both the parent and the child. […]

Foam rollers are renowned for their excellent massage : you simply roll the desired part of your body on this comfortable cylinder. But you can […]

Head position and where you look while squatting have very subtle benefits. You will be able to better maintain balance throughout the exercise, concentrate better […]

Sprinting intervals on a treadmill or gym treadmill is a popular way to get effective short cardio workouts. There is one major problem: you mainly […]

This foldable exercise bike can be operated with both hands and feet. It’s tough enough for serious workouts at a price that rivals full-size equipment. […]

The cool, glistening water of the public pools is certainly seductive on a hot summer day. But if not cared for and properly treated, these […]

iOS / Android: Most of us run best in cool and cloudy weather, so in the summer you need to closely monitor the hourly forecast […]

To the untrained eye, rolling with foam can be extremely uncomfortable (just watch someone rolling their glutes or hip flexors). However, for those who know […]

When it is difficult to tell someone in person about a mental health problem, you can use the services of Crisis Text Line, a 24/7 […]

The days of hot, sweaty workouts have arrived. It’s time to replace your boring protein bar and sip of warm water after your workout with […]

Fitness trackers can help you reach your goals if you plan to stay motivated … and if you can afford it in the first place. […]

If you use personal lubricant for either sex or for something casual like setting your menstrual cup , you’re probably not wondering if it could […]

When it comes to desirable fitness qualities, sheer strength and speed often overshadows mobility or how well your joints move. Maybe you just don’t think […]

Nobody likes mosquitoes, but they certainly love us . Spraying DEET, picaridin, or lemon eucalyptus oil on your skin will hold them back , but […]

Pre-workout supplements promise to improve your performance, and these promises come with high prices. You are supposed to get more energy, less fatigue, and more […]

Our body relies on good bacteria to stay healthy, but eating these bacteria – whether in pills or in foods like yogurt – is n’t […]

Doctors often use BMI, or body mass index , to quickly check patients for additional tests. But having a normal or low BMI does not […]

Not all insect repellents are created equal – some are more effective than others. Consumer Reports named the top three repellents in their tests last […]

When new food labels come out in a year or two, Pepsi’s 20 ounces should state that they contain 130% of the daily value of […]

Android / iOS: If you are a music lover, especially electronic music, Beatactive can be a great workout companion. Beatactive syncs upbeat tunes, bodyweight exercises […]

Most people would be happy to do any pull-up , but you still need to follow the basic rule of strength training: use the right […]

The training days in your exercise program are simple: you just do the workout. Then, on “rest days,” you feel like a lost duckling. Do […]