Anyone who’s thrown on their favorite playlist to grind through a treadmill session, or achieved a new weight room PR thanks to Spotify, knows that music can be a serious exercise motivator. It’s a truth that all of us can leverage to perform our physical best, and this includes the world’s top athletes. “I think […]
Body composition analysis refers to the quantitative assessment of different components in the human body, such as fat, muscle, bone, and water, to determine overall health and fitness. It is commonly used in sports, healthcare, and fitness settings to assess body fat percentage, muscle mass, and distribution. Techniques like dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), bioelectrical impedance […]
Skeletal muscle mass refers to the total weight of all voluntary muscles attached to the skeleton. It constitutes a significant portion of the body’s lean mass and is responsible for generating movement, posture, and strength. Skeletal muscles are composed of long, multinucleated fibers that contract when stimulated by nerve impulses. Maintaining and increasing skeletal muscle […]
Kolb’s bench press is the heaviest lift in powerlifting history. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on August 1, 2023 On July 29, 2023, powerlifter Jimmy Kolb recorded a 635.4-kilogram (1,401-pound) equipped bench press during the 2023 International Powerlifting Association (IPA) Tri-Star Bash in Elizabethton, Tennessee. The lift is not only an all-time equipped World […]
Back in high school, my friends would laugh when I’d manage to break a shoe within weeks of buying it. None of us quite knew why it was happening. Were they too cheap? Was there something wrong with my feet? Was I jinxed? This curse followed me into college, until it was lifted by a […]
Teen and Masters athletes are competing in the 2023 CrossFit Games Written by Chris Colucci Last updated on August 1, 2023 On August 1, the 2023 NOBULL CrossFit Games kicked off with athletes in the Age Group divisions taking the field to determine The Fittest on Earth®. With age groups ranging from 14-15 to 65+, […]
The 2023 NOBULL CrossFit Games have begun. On August 1, athletes in three categories — Multi Extremity, Lower Extremity, and Upper Extremity — have their chance to compete for the title of The Fittest on Earth® in their respective divisions. With multi-time champions including Chris Acree (Upper Extremity – Men), Valerie Cohen (Lower Extremity – […]
Travelling is an exciting and enriching experience that allows us to explore new places, cultures, and cuisines. Whether you’re embarking on a thrilling road trip, flying to exotic destinations, or taking a scenic train journey, one thing remains constant – the need for nourishment on the go. Travel snacks play a crucial role in keeping […]
Living with diabetes requires careful attention to diet and nutrition. For individuals managing diabetes, making wise food choices is vital to maintaining stable blood sugar levels and overall well-being. Snacking, in particular, plays a crucial role in this journey, as it can either help stabilize blood glucose levels between meals or contribute to fluctuations that […]