Category: Health

You’ve probably heard that your eyes don’t turn red from chlorine when you swim, but from chlorine binding to other people’s urine . I look […]

Do you know which foods contain good cholesterol and which ones contain bad? If you think so, ha! A trick question! Cholesterol in our food […]

When it comes to cardio, high-intensity interval training provides the most bang for your buck: a short sprint-based workout improves your health as much as […]

Have you heard of the woman whose skinny jeans took her to the hospital? Not so fast – the danger of skinny jeans is seriously […]

Take a look at someone in the Scorpio position and you will find that yoga can build strength and balance. But how does this stack […]

If you have sensitive skin, it is tempting to trust hypoallergenic jewelry or lotions. But that term may not mean what you think: there is […]

Men and women are of the same species and must eat basically the same food. So why are there “womens” diet bars? The answer is […]

Don’t let the dumbbells fool you; water aerobics can kick your ass. Because its low impact load is popular with injured athletes and seniors, training […]

Whether you’re trying to avoid sunburn or, you know, skin cancer , starting summer with a tan doesn’t help much. This tan only provides protection […]

It turns out that training with a partner has real benefits. But beyond motivation in the form of moral support and distraction from pain, these […]

Ah, pasta dinner before the race. It’s not just an opportunity to bond with other athletes, it’s also the last remaining reason to think of […]

Partially hydrogenated oils, these universally despised sources of trans fats, have finally been more or less banned by the FDA. However, this is not as […]

Some of us have switched to a table while standing or walking to avoid the potentially damaging effects of sitting all day . But these […]

This is a common accusation about food ingredients (and some other substances such as pesticides): this chemical is obviously dangerous because it is banned in […]

You have heard all the cues, from holding your chest up to pushing your knees out. You are sure that you are doing everything right […]

It is believed that a good coach is like a field general: one who “gets you in shape.” But this is not the case. If […]

You already know you can’t go hungry at the grocery store, but the type of snack can make a difference. In a recent study, shoppers […]

Finding time to exercise can be challenging. I’ve found that most people try to go to the gym before or after work, but that means […]

Most of us have a vague idea of ​​how digestion works: we eat food, break it down (that’s a scientific term, right?) And somehow make […]

They are called protein supplements for a reason: you only need them if you need to increase your current intake. But taking the appropriate amount […]

Medication is the fastest cure for insomnia, and it is popular, with about 4% of Americans taking sleeping pills. But a form of talking therapy […]

There seems to be a general consensus that fitness is something to be loved. People will tell you that if you don’t like exercise, it’s […]

You walk into SoulCycle or spin class ready to hop on the bike – only to find that it is fit for someone else and […]

Trail running trains your feet and leg muscles as opposed to road running, but you can mimic some of the benefits of the trail without […]

A good exercise program and diet are undoubtedly important ingredients for your fitness success. But those aren’t the only factors – the gym you choose […]

Add cramps prevention to the list of hydration myths : if your muscles jam during exercise, it’s not because you’re dehydrated. Caleb Maslund of the […]

When it comes to resting for recovery, there are two categories. The first is passive rest — a “do nothing” approach in which you take […]

There is no consensus on nutrition . On many topics – fats, salt and carbohydrates and more – government guidelines say one thing, but fans […]

If you work long hours and lead any kind of social life, finding time to workout can be your biggest obstacle to achieving your fitness […]

Some women say that hormonal contraception makes them feel depressed, irritable, or just plain weird. But these effects aren’t always found in scientific research, so […]

There is more to fitness than just strength – flexibility and mobility are also important. It will be difficult for you to do the exercises […]

Running on soft surfaces (like grass or mud) is suggested to be better for your joints than running on sidewalk. It is quite obvious that […]

Footballers and soccer players have sworn allegiance to footwork exercises for years, and these workouts are becoming popular in gyms and for home workouts. One […]

In fitness, as in any business, you will not remain a beginner forever. I have seen many people leave the fitness novice territory without even […]

If you find yourself postponing hard workouts because you remember how unpleasant they are, try redesigning your workout instead. As painful as the experience is, […]

Looking at pictures of super-fit men and women can push you into getting in shape, but psychology dictates that relying on “seizures” as motivation can […]

Forget “No Fat”, “Natural” or “Made with Real Fruits.” There are statements on food bags that make you think you are buying something useful , […]

When you look at your yoga instructor (or this super-talented person in the front row), you may realize that your posture is not quite the […]

You’ve probably run more than five kilometers in the last 5 kilometers, like most runners who have run the distance with you. There is a […]

Running isn’t the only exercise that can be done barefoot. Try these other barefoot exercises to improve your balance and get stronger. Without shoes, you […]