Omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 FAs) are considered essential to human nutrition. Normally, our bodies are able to synthesize fatty acids from raw materials available, but this is not the case for the omega-3’s. Diet is the only provider of omega-3 fatty acids There are three main omega-3 fatty acids: EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid), […]
Top 8 Ways Endurance Training Strengthens the Mind
People who are serious about their health and fitness need to train consistently. Endurance training is an important part to any fitness regimen. This type of training brings forth a host of physiological benefits, including enhanced performance for athletes. Endurance training also strengthens the mind, and here are 8 ways it achieves that. 1. […]
Fat Metabolism: Training Adaptations to Burn More Fat
Fats are generally known for leading to weight-gain and are often disliked by individuals sensitive about body image. Fats have gained a bad rep over the years. This is partly due to the rates of obesity and heart disease that continue to rise worldwide. Yes, fats are a contributor to the obesity epidemic and also […]
Early Morning Motivation
Recent research has sought to examine the relationship between exercise and sleep. Are there more benefits to exercising in the morning compared to the afternoon or night? Studies are identifying the morning as the optimal time to exercise. Not a morning person? There are several simple tricks and hacks to help increase morning productivity. Maximizing the […]
3 Common Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders affect 75% of Americans, any of whom could tell you that disordered sleep negatively impacts most areas of life. The good news is that there may still be much to discover about these conditions. Although the effects of missed or disrupted sleep are well known to anyone, the neurological function of sleep is […]
Protein Metabolism: The Demands of Exercise
Protein plays a key role in metabolism, nutrition, and muscle building. For this reason, individuals all across the fitness spectrum are looking into protein supplements like powders, bars, and even ice creams. It seems that protein supplements and protein-rich foods are trending. Most of us would associate them with lean muscle or fitness. Vegans and […]
Hamstring Health
Hamstrings are perhaps a well-known muscle group, yet many people do not know exactly what they are used for. The hamstrings are the muscle group located at the back of the thigh and consist of the Biceps Femoris, Semimembranosus, and Semitendinosus. These muscles carry out everyday movements such as running and walking. More specifically they […]
Cancer Risk Factors
Most everyone is or will be affected by cancer at some point in their lifetime. Whether it is you, friends, family, or acquaintances, cancer is a disease that cannot be ignored. The risk of cancer has increased with life expectancy. As we age we become more likely to develop a cancerous growth. Cancer is a […]
Yoga: From Then to Now
The simple philosophy of yoga is mind, body, and spirit are all one. The Sanskrit word “yoga” has many meanings. It is derived from the Sanskrit root “yuj”, meaning “to control” (self-discipline), “to yoke” (egolessness), or “to unite”. Looking back, it has grown over the years into something completely different than what it started […]
The “Vampire” Facial
“Vampire” Facials get their name from the use of a person’s own blood to perform a facial with results like no other. Vampire Facials have the power to tighten skin, get rid of acne scars, aging spots, and wrinkles all without the use of cosmetic filler gels or botox. How is this possible? It is […]