Breakthrough in osteoarthritis: new protein therapy can regenerate cartilage and restore joint health – Muscle and fitness

From top athletes to those simply facing old age, Osteoarthritis affects approximately 20% of adults in the United Statesso a new approach to irradiating the disease has excited both the sporting community and those looking to lean into their longevity. The breakthrough has been confirmed by recent research, which shows that blocking a specific protein […]

Are leg extensions bad for your knees? The Truth About Quad Growth, ACL Stress, and Knee Health – Muscle & Fitness

When I first started as a certified trainer, experienced trainers often warned me about using leg extensions. They’d say, “Bad for your knees,” or “It puts your knee joint at risk.” Being inexperienced, I followed their advice and did not dare to question them. Since then, until now, leg extensions have been public enemy No. […]

Gabrielle Lyon shares why Muscle Span is the new metric we need to focus on – Muscle Mass and Fitness

Amid the growing buzz around longevity and health, a new “span” is entering the conversation: muscle tension. Created and defended by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, the term shifts the focus to how long our muscles remain strong, functional and metabolically healthy. It is becoming an increasingly important distinction as there is mounting evidence linking muscle health […]

Mark Hyman: How to Set Yourself Up for High-Quality Longevity – Muscle and Fitness

Peak performance does not necessarily ensure longevity. That sentence from Dr. Mark Hyman stopped me. It’s a truth that few in the health, fitness, and biohacking fields like to admit. The same intensity that drives elite performance can, over time, bring down the systems that sustain that performance. “Top performers, including professional athletes, often appear […]

10 Best Loaded Carrying Variations for Strength, Conditioning and Core Stability – Muscle & Fitness

Charged carries are one of the easiest ways to get strong, but that doesn’t make it easy. Pick up something heavy, walk and repeat. Carrying trains your entire body to support, stabilize and move under load. Carrying not only builds strength, but serious toughness. You’ll forge a stronger core, bulletproof your shoulders, and strengthen your […]

Dehydration can increase stress by 50%: new research links water intake to cortisol control – Muscle & Fitness

If you exercise regularly and sleep well, but still feel stressed by situations you know you can handle, the answer could lie in restoring your hydration levels, according to recent research. This is evident from a new study conducted by Liverpool John Moores Universityand published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, found that those who […]

In fact, this season: why fall is the perfect time to try a group fitness class – Spier and Fitness

As the temperature drops slowly and the sunsets become a reminder of the past, this is a great opportunity to give new life, discipline and consistency your fitness routine. Group fitness lessons are a great way to break through your typical tension and strength training, not only giving knowledge to push yourself further into your […]