You probably have heard people refer to engaging their core, but which muscles exactly do they mean? You might think your core just refers to your abdomen (the “six-pack” muscles in front). But your core is far more complex and plays…
If the treadmill is your favorite form of exercise and you’re wanting to get the most fat-burning benefits from it, the good news is that it is a great place to start. In order to get the most out of a…
Strengthening one’s core can have a positive impact on physical fitness and overall quality of life. Core exercises should be included in a well-rounded fitness program, although they are often ignored. Why is it so important? Because your core is…
Fans of social media star Josh Herbert know all about his passion for fitness. He’s been an athlete nearly all of his life — and at one point, even had aspirations to make it his full-time work. Between building a…
Most experts agree that stretching is beneficial. The American Council on Exercise (ACE) explains that it enhances flexibility, which is one of the five components of fitness. Stretching makes your muscles more pliable and reduces the risk of injury. Other benefits…
Bipolar disorder is a chronic mood disorder that involves extreme shifts in mood, behavior, and energy levels. The key symptoms of bipolar disorder include episodes of mania and depression that interfere with a person’s day-to-day life. According to the Cleveland…
If you’re looking to challenge yourself and improve your fitness game, you might want to try adding resistance bands to your treadmill workout routine. Resistance bands are lightweight, elastic bands used for strength training that work by adding external tension…
We know, we know, you’ve heard it before: exercise is good for you. According to MedlinePlus, regular physical activity can lower your risk of heart disease, diabetes, bone density loss, and some cancers. Exercise can also help you maintain a…
As we age, we begin to lose muscle and bone mass, and our risk of cardiovascular disease increases (via U.S. News & World Report). Our cognition also declines, and our decreasing social connections can make us feel more lonely and…
Cancer is pervasive in our modern society, with 39.5% of Americans diagnosed with it at least once in their life, according to the National Cancer Institute. But we also know there are some things we can do to prevent cancer,…