Women are thought to be biologically sensitive to effects of extreme physical activity when accompanied by weight loss–possible negative consequences cited include bone fractures and
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Is Weightlifting Good for Your Heart? If Yes, How Much Is Enough?
Aerobic exercise, such as running, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease events like heart attack or stroke; thus, it is commonly called “cardio” exercise. Weightlifting
Caffeine May Increase Cardiovascular Risk During Exercise
Regular exercise is known to be good for heart health, but the risk of a heart attack temporarily increases during an exercise session. Most heart attacks
Heart Health & Brain Health Go Hand-in-Hand
According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease accounts for one of every four deaths in the United States. Many of the
Exercise for the Prevention and Treatment of Hypertension – Implications and Application
3 Key Points: Regular aerobic exercise results in reductions in blood pressure of 5-7 mmHg among individuals with hypertension and these reductions translate to a reduced
Unconventional Meditation | A Mindful Experience
I am an avid hiker. I don’t travel long distances to hike, the Sandia Mountains are located on the east side of Albuquerque and I
Ten Things You Need to Know About Sports Nutrition
Dan Benardot, PhD, DHC, RD, LD, FACSM Look Beyond Weight When Determining Health It’s not your weight that matters, it’s what constitutes your weight. Find a
A Season of Football Head Impacts Does Not Affect Balance
There is considerable public concern about the effects of repetitive football head impacts on a player’s brain health. Many studies suggest a link between head
Does Female Teen-Aged Development Change Hip and Knee Landing Biomechanics: Are there Implications for Knee Injury?
Knee injuries in adolescent females, including anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture, are increasing in frequency. One of the suspected causes is poor landing technique characterized
Using Wearable Trackers to Re-examine Health Implications of Physical Activity Patterns Among Weekend Warriors
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend at least 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity per week, yet little guidance is given as to how
Are Minimalist Shoes Effective for Strengthening Foot Muscles in Runners?
As the main point of contact with the ground, the foot plays a vital role in how humans move. The complex structure of the foot
Ten Things You Need to Know About Sports Nutrition
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