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,…
Madonna’s workouts over the last 35 years have changed as often as her style. In 1988, she spent two hours a day, seven days a week working out, according to Vogue. She revealed her lean, sculpted body in the late…
If fitness is your regular habit, you probably already know that exercise can help slow the aging process. Starting at age 25, your heart begins to lose its peak capacity to pump blood, according to Harvard Medical School. As your…
For some, going to the gym is about simply shedding a few pounds or trying to have a nice silhouette in a tiny bikini. However, others look at the gym as the place to build more muscle and increase the…
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctors, and about 80% of people will suffer from lower back pain in their lives (via Cleveland Clinic). Lower back pain is more common among people over…
What does an ultramarathon runner eat the morning of a big race? That’s what we were wondering, and now Scott Jurek gave Health Digest the answer. The running legend has made his way through the sport with a myriad of…
Running can make you feel great, but sometimes nagging injuries might stop your running routine in its tracks. According to Runner’s World, dorsiflexion can make your running more efficient and help reduce your risk of injury. A 2014 study in…
Running short distances is hard enough, and running a marathon is even harder. But running an ultramarathon? Now, that is an accomplishment for the books. In fact, running legend Scott Jurek has been crowned the winner of the Western States…
If you’re looking for an effective exercise that combines both cardio and strength training, you might want to try adding squat jacks to your workout routine. Unlike regular squats, squat jacks involve sinking into a squat position and then jumping…