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High-intensity workouts can add more than just muscle to the list of physical benefits that come from sweating. A new study shows that hard training can also positively impact the balance of your gut bacteria, leading to a better digestive system and greater potential for hitting a PR. The latest science certainly adds new meaning […]
Seasonal illnesses like the flu or colds not only force us to miss work days, but they can also derail workouts and other fitness activities. While kimchi has long been praised for its benefits for digestion and gut health, its effects on immunity have been much less known until now. A groundbreaking study published by […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
If you look around many commercial gyms, the bench press setup is as rare as hen’s teeth. But that doesn’t mean you should neglect the underboob. The downhill press has long been a favorite for targeting the lower chest, easing the load on the front shoulder and developing separation with the upper abs. However, it […]
For millions of recreational runners around the world, covering several miles is a process that must be undertaken early in the morning before work, or later in the evening once the day has settled in. But new data shows that putting on the sneakers while you’re not sleeping well can double your risk of injury. […]
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 […]
If your core training never takes off, you’re missing out on gains. Pallof presses, planks, and bird dogs are great, but if you’re ready to take it up a notch, it’s time to persevere. Enter the hanging knee raise. The hanging knee raise is a test of strength, control and toughness. You hang from a […]
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 […]
