Dealing with lower back pain after exercise can be unsettling. You might be wondering what went wrong, what activities to avoid, and when to resume your workouts. First things first, take a deep breath and calm down. Back pain doesn’t…
Diagnosis of a new illness can bring about a number of lifestyle changes. The introduction of new medication regimens, repeated follow-up appointments, and diet changes are just a few areas that can be impacted by receiving the news that you’ve…
There are a lot of different exercises out there, and it can be tough to determine which ones are the best. It can also be overwhelming to decide which exercises to add to your exercise routine. However, there are a…
If you’re looking for a way to up your fitness game, you might want to try the “Hot Girl Walk” trend. According to HuffPost, the “Hot Girl Walk” is the name of a TikTok trend that involves walking to improve…
Affecting between 25 and 45 million people in the United States alone, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition characterized by stomach pain and changes in the bowel that can present as recurrent or chronic diarrhea, constipation, or a combination…
“Bulk and cut” cycling is popular among those in the fitness community — especially bodybuilders — who are looking to attain a more muscular and toned physique. Bulking consists of periods of eating a surplus of calories to gain weight…
Aging is a part of life, and your body will undergo some changes as you get older. You might expect to see wrinkles and gray hair, but other changes that you can’t see take place too. For example, muscle mass…
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a fitness technique that involves alternating between brief spurts of intense exercise and short periods of rest. Whether you’re running, swimming, or cycling, the goal of HIIT is to work your muscles and get your…
You are probably aware of the importance of exercise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) points out that the benefits of physical activity on the brain are immediate, and they include improved thinking for children and reduced anxiety…
If you’ve ever had tendinitis, you know how it can wreck your workout plans. Tendons take a lot of beating from us, especially if our favorite sports include repetitive movements such as golf, tennis, or running (via Mayo Clinic). Tendons…