Of all the reasons to try whey protein, weight loss likely flies under the radar. But is weight protein good for weight loss? What does whey protein do for your body — and what the heck is whey, anyway? What Is Whey? “Whey is a cow dairy protein,” explains Tina Marinaccio, MS, RD, who offers nutrition […]
An amateur linksman offers unsolicited swing advice—to a woman who’s a pro golfer and coach. A non-runner is convinced he can smoke a Division I track athlete, until she handily defeats him during one rep of a longer workout. And less than a month after winning an Olympic bronze medal, Molly Seidel got some marathon […]
When shoulder pain and injury in sports and everyday life is discussed, you often hear the term “rotator cuff.” This group of muscles and connective tissues is a common source of shoulder trouble for athletes and weekend warriors alike. Most common in sports and jobs that require repetitive arm motion (e.g., baseball, tennis, carpentry) as […]
Whether you’re practicing a low-carb or keto lifestyle or merely trying to cut back on the sweet stuff, sugar substitutes like monk fruit and stevia extract are good choices to sweeten your foods without the added carbs and calories. We know how harmful too many added sugars can be in your diet, potentially contributing to all sorts of health complications. […]
You love the challenge and energy of your indoor cycling workouts, but you’re not sure how much they’re moving you toward your fitness goals. If you’re someone who likes to know how much you’re eating and burning in a day, you’re probably wondering how many calories are burned cycling (in an average indoor cycling session). Here’s […]
The result? Better functioning in everyday life. “Pull exercises often mimic the activities of daily living,” Reiner explains, “so when you develop that pulling strength, you can basically meet your daily challenges with ease.” Things like hauling a bag of groceries, picking up heavy objects from the floor, walking down stairs, or sitting in a […]
If you’re serious about putting on size, you should know that the quality of your reps matters just as much as the quantity of them. One of the most effective — and simplest — ways to optimize your training and build muscle is to focus on time under tension. What Is Time Under Tension? Time […]
Atherosclerosis of the aorta is a condition that involves the thickening of the artery walls due to plaque buildup. This condition presents a significant risk to cardiovascular health. It is a gradual process that can remain asymptomatic for years, often only revealing itself through severe health issues such as heart attacks or strokes. Understanding this […]
Fitness was a different beast when I started lifting in college: The weight room was pretty much all dudes, folks worked out in old cotton T-shirts, and the only exercise info you could find came from monthly print mags that also served up a hefty dose of diet culture. Today, there’s tons of fitness content […]
Hydration and exercise go hand-in-hand. But is that trusty water bottle filled with regular H2O enough? Or could you benefit from an electrolyte supplement like Beachbody Performance Hydrate? Here’s what the experts say. What Are Electrolyte Supplements? “Hydration supplements are additives put in water to facilitate or enhance your body’s natural ability to absorb water quickly […]