How to Prepare for a Better Workout
Pre-workout nutrition, workout prep—whatever you call it—has changed, and what you consume in the hours before exercise matters.…
Magnesium Supplements: Why Is Everyone Talking About Taking Magnesium?
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8 Best Functional Training Gear Types for a Stronger, Better You
What on earth is functional workout, and why the heck are we trying to sell you on the…
What’s Better: Heavy Weights or High Reps?
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How Many Reps Is Too Many? Here’s What the Experts Have to Say
Slow-twitch fibers are geared more towards endurance and thrive in sustained, low-intensity activity. Fast-twitch fibers are used for…
The Best Talking Heads Songs, Definitively Ranked
15. “Wild Wild Life” (1986) An uncomplicated rock song with typically atypical lyrics (“I’m wearing fur pajamas/I ride…
Why a Rowing Machine Session Benefits You More Than Other Common Forms of Cardio
The humble row machine can often be overlooked, gathering dust in the corner of the gym. But, with…
Our Bodies Need Vitamin D—Here’s What Happens When We Don’t Get Enough
Dr. Greene adds that vitamin D is a co-factor in producing dopamine, meaning that in order for your…
To Live Longer, Do These Things
These are: Mitochondrial Biogenesis: “Exercise stimulates the production of new mitochondria, increasing energy metabolism and reducing oxidative stress,…
Experts Say VO2 Max Is the Most Important Health Metric—But Just How Do You Improve It?
VO2 max is among the most elusive terms in fitness. You may have heard of it, as it’s…