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 […]
Walk into almost any commercial gym during peak hours and you’ll hear it: a sudden throaty growl that cuts through the hum of treadmills and clanking records. Sometimes it is accompanied by a heavy deadlift or chest press. Other times, a pec deck set that barely warrants a raised eyebrow, let alone a primal scream. […]
You don’t have to delve too far into the research on processed foods to find out that they slow down our fitness journeys. That’s because the combination of added ingredients like salt, fat and a long list of preservatives wreak havoc on gut health and have even been linked to osteoarthritis. Now a new study […]
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 […]
Gaming has several benefits for cognitive skills and reaction times, not to mention providing much-needed stress relief in your spare time, but how long can we spend per week zapping the virtual enemy before it starts to take on our own health as a result? Science has an answer. The new study has been published […]
History was made in nail-biting fashion on January 25, 2026, when Alex Honnold, free soloing one of the world’s most iconic skyscrapers, became the first person to climb Taipei 101 without the aid of a rope or harness. It was such an extraordinary feat that many of those watching the high-stakes challenge wondered the same […]
Exercise has long been known for its muscle-building, heart-saving and mind-boosting benefits, but more and more research is starting to shed light on how being active can slow the spread of cancer, with a new study suggesting that just 10 minutes of exercise can turn off the signals that lead to cancer growth. The study, […]
There are countless excuses for not being consistently active, but one of the more difficult obstacles to counter is the demotivating idea that the more you exercise, the better your body becomes at retaining the calories you’re trying to burn. Fortunately, and just in time for those who want to stick to their New Year’s […]
Cold weather, Thanksgiving and the upcoming holidays are a time when many gym-goers cut themselves some slack and indulge in a generous helping of high-fat treats like cheese and cream, but while indulging in too many calories can derail your weight-loss goals, experts have found a surprisingly positive link between these foods and a reduced […]