Workouts
This Three-Second Workout Builds Arm Strength Without Equipment – Health Digest
While there have been articles on doing short bursts of aerobic exercises during the day to help with cardiovascular health and overall fitness before, this is one of those rare studies where resistance training has been looked at through a similar lens. Ken Nosaka, a professor of exercise and sports science at Edith Cowan University […]
The Athletic Myth About Sex You Should Stop Believing – Health Digest
However, sex does not seem to hinder an athlete’s performance as previously believed. This was evidenced in a 2022 meta-analysis in Scientific Reports composed of nine studies where researchers found that engaging in sexual activity (including sexual intercourse and masturbation) anywhere from 30 minutes to 24 hours prior to a physical fitness test had no influence on […]
This Type Of Protein Powder Won’t Help You Build Muscle – Health Digest
Amino acids can be classified into three groups: essential, non-essential, and conditional (per Healthline). Essential amino acids are crucial for muscle growth since the body cannot produce them on its own. You can get them through dietary intake or supplements as recommended. Among these essential amino acids, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are especially important when […]
Where Is GOGA Goat Yoga From Shark Tank Season 10 Today? – Health Digest
In 2019, GOGA Goat Yoga ventured into the high-stakes waters of Shark Tank during Season 10. Phillips and Kitchen faced the panel of investors requesting $500,000 in exchange for a 15% equity stake in their growing enterprise. They kicked off the pitch with an energetic introduction to their unique business model, where yoga enthusiasts could […]
Our Doctor’s Best Tips For Beating Post-Meal Fatigue – Health Digest
Singh says post-meal fatigue occurs for three reasons. “The first is that blood flow is diverted to your GI tract to help digest food and absorb nutrients which leaves less blood flow for the brain and muscles which can make you feel tired.” The second reason why you can become tired after a meal is […]
The Easy Core Exercise You Can Do While Brushing Your Teeth – Health Digest
Being able to balance on one leg can be a sign that you’re in good physical shape, added professor in aging and health at Glasgow Caledonian University, Dawn Skelton (via The Conversation). It can be indicative of a longer lifespan, less risk of falls, and brain health, according to the professor. “You are less likely to be able to […]
What It Means When Exercise Makes You Gag – Health Digest
Whether you’re new to exercise or have been in the game for a while, the term “lactic acid” has probably made its way into your ear a time or two. According to the Cleveland Clinic, lactic acid is a byproduct your body creates when it breaks down carbohydrates for fuel. During low-impact workouts, your body […]
Does Suzanne Somers’ ThighMaster Actually Work? Our Fitness Expert Weighs In – Health Digest
Browning maintains that a device alone can’t tone your body. “If you pair it with a meal plan that keeps your body fat low, the ‘tone’ you are creating with the muscles will be revealed,” he said. “Think of it as a present. All the flexing you’re doing with the ThighMaster is the gift of […]
Why You Should Consider Physical Therapy Even If You Aren’t Injured – Health Digest
You might not notice an imbalance, but you could have one if one side of your body tends to be sore after exercise. Your exercise program might include repetitive movements that could exacerbate muscular imbalances. Doing the same exercises on a single plane of motion (e.g. lat pulldowns and crunches) can be too restrictive on […]
What It Means When Exercising Makes Your Anxiety Worse – Health Digest
It might be useful to first understand how someone feels and what happens to their body during an anxiety attack. Your heart rate quickens, you sweat, and you experience shortness of breath. Exercising often brings on similar sensations. Someone with anxiety could associate those physical symptoms with an anxiety attack and start to feel anxious. […]