Fitness

Anabolism: The Building of Your Body

Anabolism is a magical process that makes things bigger and more complex. It’s the foundation of growth and repair in all living organisms, from the smallest bacteria to the largest whales. In humans, it helps us build muscle, bone, and other tissues. Anabolism in Action Anabolism works by taking small,[…]

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The process of anabolism shown with molecules and adenosine triphosphate

Catabolism: The Breakdown Process

Catabolism is a metabolic process that breaks down large molecules, such as carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins, into smaller molecules, releasing energy in the process. It is an essential part of metabolism, providing the energy that fuels all the body’s processes. What Causes It? Catabolism occurs in response to the body’s[…]

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The process of catabolism shown with molecules and adenosine triphosphate

Pelvic Floor Exercises

Pelvic floor issues are common, but they can be treated in different ways, one of which is pelvic floor exercises. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of pelvic floor issues, talk to your doctor. They can diagnose the problem and recommend the best treatment options. As we age,[…]

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woman performing a glute bridge to address pelvic floor issues

Total Body Workout

The idea of a total body workout might be appealing since it appears it provides a convenient and time-efficient way to exercise. However, it isn’t the best choice for you to achieve maximum fitness and health improvements. Instead, an upper body lower body split offers several advantages that make it[…]

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Man in gym performing a deadlift

Bad Fitness Tips

Social media has provided an environment where anyone can post bad fitness tips. Their “best ever” piece of advice is likely going to result in you never reaching your goals, and potentially getting injured. Along with this, it also has apparently become irrelevant if the source of this so-called “new and[…]

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Bad fitness tips include No Pain No Gain

When and What to Eat Before and After Working Out

As an active adult engaged in sports or regular gym workouts, meal timing plays a crucial role in optimizing your performance and supporting effective recovery. Properly timed meals can provide the necessary nutrients to fuel your workouts, enhance muscle repair, and promote overall well-being. Pre-Workout Meals: Fueling Performance Consuming a[…]

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The Pros and Cons of Cross Training for Athletes

What is Cross Training and Why is it Important for Athletes? Cross training is a training approach that involves engaging in different types of physical activities to supplement or complement a primary sport or fitness activity. Its goal is to improve overall fitness, prevent injury, and enhance performance by developing[…]

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cross training includes participating in different sports such as volleyball, tennis, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, badminton, golf, ping pong, and others

Fuel Your Body with Vegan Protein

What is Plant-Based Protein and What are Its Benefits? As more and more people follow a flexitarian lifestyle or adopt a plant-based lifestyle, the demand for vegan protein sources has skyrocketed. It is a type of protein that is derived from plants, rather than animal sources. This includes sources such[…]

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