Planks are hard. The exercise works abdominal muscles to the max and can be compared to a classic push-up. There are many variations of planks — plank jacks, pulse planks, side planks — but a traditional plank is performed anywhere…
If you are really interested in maximizing your health, then you probably take the time to exercise. Exercise has a host of health benefits that range from improved mood, better brain health, reduced risk of diseases, and of course stronger…
As a dancer with the Canadian National Ballet, Miranda Esmonde-White knew her livelihood depended on her physical fitness and flexibility, and fitness was always a priority for her. Indeed, when her time came to pivot from dancing to a new…
Walking is a great exercise you can do throughout your whole life to improve your health. According to Harvard Medical School, walking an hour a day busts the effects of 32 obesity-promoting genes in half. If you’re craving something sweet,…
Body fat refers to the amount of fat stored in the body, including essential and storage fat, per the University of New Mexico. Essential fat is found mainly within the muscles, bone marrow, heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, spleen, and nerve…
If you’re into fitness challenges, you’ve probably heard of the 75 Hard Challenge. The challenge started in 2019 with the CEO of a supplement brand who was inspired by a guy who completed 50 Ironman triathlons in 50 days. The…
Most working adults have a busy schedule that leaves little time between work, family, and sleep for exercise. That’s why people often create workout routines — a schedule ensures that they have 20 minutes, an hour, or more in of…
Most common amongst middle-aged and older adults, approximately 800,000 knee replacement surgeries take place annually across the country, reports the Cleveland Clinic. To find out what the recovery process entails following knee replacement surgery, Health Digest spoke with Kevin R.…
In December 2022, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was knocked to the ground after taking a hit from Chicago Bears’ defensive lineman Trevis Gipson that resulted in a sprain to his right shoulder, reports ESPN. Since the injury, Hurts has openly…
You know the strength training standard for beginners. It’s usually about choosing a weight that’s heavy enough to lift 10 times, then doing three sets of that (via Men’s Health). Sure, some will advise lifting heavy weights for six reps,…