As you age, you begin to run into various health issues and challenges. Some of them are serious, and others are minor but obnoxious. Luckily, we live in the 21st century, and the advances of modern medicine have given us solutions to many of these issues. The problem is, most...
The new year, and decade, has finally arrived. Of course, a new year means resolutions and, ultimately, a renewed interest in weight loss, more exercise, and eating healthy. There are hundreds of studies that show why new year's resolutions do not work. In the case of the ever-popular, "I wanna...
By Darren Jones I’ve always been a pretty active guy. I played football and baseball in high school, was on the intramural basketball team in college, and since I graduated, I spend almost every weekend hiking, kayaking, or otherwise challenging myself. I guess I always figured that, since I spent...
It’s an embarrassing problem that many people refuse to talk about – which is why Richard Campbell kept it to himself when he began suffering from frequent and painful constipation. That is, until the day came when he couldn’t keep it to himself any longer. “I actually ended up in...
One of the best ways to build strength is by weight training. However, for many individuals that are new to working out, stepping into the weight room may be intimidating. There are so many different machines and free weights it can be hard to figure out where to start. Some...
Photo: Twenty20 Whether you’re searching for a B-complex vitamin or a hemp protein powder, when it comes to plant-based supplements, there are a ton of options on store shelves. And to make it more confusing, lots of companies have recently launched their own lines — Goop, The Beauty Chef and...
Photo: iStock Whether you’re sitting at a desk or constantly up on your feet, chances are at the end of the day your body is feeling stiff. While it’s important to stretch before a workout, anyone can benefit from stretching a couple of times a day. If your body goals...
Photo: Pond5 Put away your travel mugs — it’s officially iced coffee season! Whether it’s powering you through a morning workout or lending an energizing mid-afternoon boost, iced coffee is oh-so-refreshing on a warm day. But beware: Caffeinated beverages (like coffee-based milkshakes) from popular coffee chains can be worse for...
At the end of a tough day, it can be hard to motivate yourself to cook a healthy meal. We’ve all been there: Sometimes you just have to order in or resort to pre-packaged foods. But make this a habit, and your healthy diet can start slipping — fast. Most restaurant...
Photo: on ejanson_mom on Instagram While it is important to eat before you exercise, it is just as significant to eat a little something after you work out as well. The body needs a combination of both carbohydrates and protein to help repair and build muscle quickly in order to...
