One Sign You Need More "High Intensity" Walking, Says New Study

10/08/2024

Every day, it seems, observers of the niche world of exercise science learn something new and exciting about walking for exercise. For instance, one new study published in the journal Clinical Rehabilitation found that stroke survivors who walked faster while performing a task such as talking—a process known as "dual-task walking"—were able to recover...

The 6 Best Diets That Will Make You Live Longer, Say Dietitians

07/08/2024

As we look forward to 2021, many of us have started to think about New Year's resolutions. For those of us looking to lose weight over the next twelve months, a brand new diet can not only help us hit our weight loss goals, but also introduces us to new foods, raises our energy levels, and helps us live longer, more fulfilled lives. And yet, if you decide to embark on a brand new diet, figuring out which...

Can’t Stick With a Fitness Routine? Follow These 5 Steps

04/08/2024

If you haven’t exercised in awhile or find yourself skipping planned workouts — it’s time to rethink your fitness routine. Figuring out a workout schedule can be daunting, especially since it’s not one-size-fits-all.

The most effective schedule for one person may not...

Let's Drop The Dieting Resolutions This Year ⁠— Our Kids Are Listening

01/08/2024

The data is heavy, and the headlines are unrelenting: During the pandemic, 51% of American parents reported undesired weight gain, obesity spiked among kids ages 5 to 11, and hospitalizations for eating disorders among adolescents increased significantly.

I didn't connect my active, kale-loving family of five to these statistics until I noticed a note in my medical record. Under patient examination...

10 Key Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy for Life

29/07/2024

We all want a healthy heart for life. Diet can make a huge difference in achieving that goal.

On Tuesday, the American Heart Association released its list of the 10 key components that make up a heart-healthy eating pattern...

How Many Calories Should You Eat to Lose Weight?

26/07/2024

Calories, those little units of energy you consume, are arguably the most talked-about part of healthy eating and weight loss. The general rule is that if you take in more calories than you use, you'll gain weight, if you take in fewer calories than you use, you'll lose weight, and if those numbers are pretty much the same, you'll maintain your current weight. In reality, it's a little more complicated...

18 Small Everyday Changes That Can Help You Lose Weight

23/07/2024

Losing weight may seem like a daunting process that requires long workouts and carefully planned meals. Although those things certainly play a big role in the process, there are many small changes to your lifestyle that can help you shed pounds. 

To find out the little things you can do each day to lose weight, we spoke...

Drinking Coffee Has Some Super Benefits—Here Are 4 Health Perks of Your Morning Cups

20/07/2024

Those of us who start our day with a cup (or two or three) of coffee tend to look at it as a necessity, not part of a healthy breakfast. As it turns out, that cup of Joe is actually loaded with goodness that can lower our risk for a whole slew of diseases, as well as boost our brain power.

"Coffee intake has been linked to numerous health benefits...

How to Make Lifestyle Changes for Your Family

17/07/2024

The holiday season will be gone before we know it, which means we’ll tuck away the cookie tins and gravy boats and prepare ourselves for the season of self-restraint and suppression. In other words, New Year’s Resolutions centered around diet and exercise. And it’s no secret that diet companies and gyms are eager to reinforce shame about our bodies...

How To Increase Running Speed With 7 Simple Tweaks to Your Form

14/07/2024

Whether you’re a jogger or runner, there’s a very good chance that you wish you could kick it up a notch every once in a while. After all, who doesn’t love a PR? With this in mind, we decided to look into the myth of butt kicks for speed. In doing so, we were able to uncover a variety of tricks to enhance your running speed...