Ignoring hunger and getting to the point where you're so ravenous you could eat the entire refrigerator is not good on many levels. Aside from the headaches, dizziness, and stomach pangs that go along with waiting too long to eat, it also makes you eat tons more than you would if you were just moderately hungry, and that can cause weight gain.
The shoulder joint is the most complex joint in the human body. It is tasked with giving you both the mobility to move your arm 360 degrees, as well as the stability that allows all the bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that make up the shoulder to work together. With all of the parts that make up the shoulder, it’s
Ironically lifting isn't dangerous, but if your form and technique isn't correct it can be. But also not compared to other types of athletic endeavours. Resistance training is safe. Making lifting unsafe are mistakes caused by lack of knowledge with technique, form and even pumping ego instead of muscles. Here we figure out what lifting entails so we can be sure to keep lifting safe when using
When it comes to healthy eating, preparation is the key to success. In fact, spending time on preparing and cooking meals at home is linked with better dietary habits. But if you love the convenience of prepackaged foods and restaurant meals, it might be hard to go cold turkey on your take-out routine. Luckily, planning and preparing your meals ahead of time
Have you ever experienced a stabbing or dull ache in the buttocks, a spasm that shoots down from your hip or a burning pain in the back of your leg? This uncommon condition is called the piriformis syndrome and it’s considered to be an uncommon neuromuscular disorder caused when the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve. Besides being very unpleasant,
Fascia is a connective tissue that is found within the whole body. It is made of collagen and creates a structural support. Ligaments, tendons, and the periosteum (coating on bones) are all fascia. Even each organ and organ systems are held within fascial bags. When fascia builds up it can create tightness and lack of mobility. This, in turn, can
Maintaining flexible joints will help any lifter improve his or her health and fitness. Learn how to stretch your gains with this complete guide to stretching! The most established and obvious benefit of stretching is to help improve flexibility and range of motion. As the body ages, muscles can become tighter and range of motion in the joints can be
A common knee injury is the meniscus tear. The meniscus is a rubbery, C-shaped disc that cushions your knee. The knee has two menisci, one on the outer edge of the knee and one on the inner edge. The menisci keep your knees steady by balancing your weight. A torn meniscus can prevent your knee from working correctly. A tear
Meat and fish aren't the only sources of protein. Veggies, legumes, and other vegetarian foods can also load you up with this power nutrient. Simply cutting back on animal protein could have a positive impact on your health. Protein is essential for building and maintaining muscle mass, keeping you full between meals, and ensuring every cell in your body is
No matter how much you exercise they don’t seem to go away and your body is stuck with two bumps on the sides. However, don’t despair, there is a solution to your problem! You are probably thinking that you need to overhaul your physique, change your fitness regimen and you would be right, but that is only secondary. The first
