How Many Pushups After 50 Is Elite Strength?
Pushups are a simple yet incredibly reliable test of upper-body muscular endurance and strength, says Joshua Dillaha, MS,…
Aerobic exercises the best for knee osteoarthritis
For patients with knee osteoarthritis, aerobic activities such as walking, cycling or swimming are likely to be the…
Too Cold Or Dark Outside To Walk? Try This Instead.
As we barrel through the fall and winter, the idea of walking outdoors may seem like a far-off,…
Why women love Tracy Anderson
On a recent grey London morning, I arrived at Surrenne, a private members’ gym beneath the lavish Berkeley…
Regular Exercise Won’t Save Your Blood Vessels From Sitting, But Cocoa Might
Drinking cocoa before prolonged sitting can promote healthy blood vessel function. (Credit: PawelKacperek on Shutterstock) In A Nutshell…
Barry’s ‘cofounder’ unwinds at his own gym—but even he admits balance is elusive: ‘Many days I have to wake up and choose who I’m going to disappoint’
Being in the C-suite is a high-pressure job with long hours, board responsibilities, and intense scrutiny. But what…
5 Bodyweight Exercises To Reduce Belly Fat After 50
The leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and it’s the perfect season to get moving! As you…
Sensory effects of flavanols trigger physiological responses in the brain
Astringency is a dry, puckering, rough, or sandpapery sensation in the mouth caused by plant-derived polyphenols. Polyphenols, including…
Massive cross-ancestry study explains why obesity risks differ around the world
By analyzing genetic data from more than 800,000 individuals across six ancestries, researchers have identified previously unknown obesity…
Should you take a daily probiotic supplement?
Much like a real city, your gut microbiome is always active. While factors like your genetics shape your microbiome, so do…
Dance alleviates perceived symptoms of depression, study finds
Dance as a performative art form alleviates perceived symptoms of depression, helps to understand its root causes and…
Aligning your body clock may protect your heart and metabolism, says AHA
The American Heart Association warns that disrupted circadian rhythms, from irregular sleep, late-night meals, or shift work, can…