Salt (sodium) intake affects everyone and particularly overweight people. But why is sodium bad for you? Excess salt stimulates the kidney to store liquids due to the excess of sodium within salt. At the same time, excess salt also activates mechanisms that cause blood vessels to shrink (vasoconstriction) which results in increased blood flow through [...]
There are many things that happen following an intense exercise. One of those sensations that can follow a good training session are DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) which most people perceive as muscle pain after a workout. DOMS often appears a day or two after the workout, and last for as long as a week in some [...]
A new research has compared whey protein supplementation to enzymatically hydrolysed whey protein and their effects on muscle protein recovery post exercise. The conclusion is that enzymatically hydrolyzed whey protein (WPH) is more effective than either a mixture of amino acid or carbohydrates. The study was limited as it was done on rats and didn’t observe the [...]
It has been proposed in the past that music can help improve athletic performance, perhaps due to a reduce in the rate of perceived exertion (RPE). A new research was set out to test this theory by studying the effects of music at different rhythms on both aerobic and anaerobic performance. The surprising results prove that this theory doesn’t have much hold in reality, although it [...]
Are you doing the CrossFit Paleo combination? There’s something you should know. A new research examined the effects of high intensity power training (CrossFit style training) when combined with Paleo diet (Palaeolithic or “cave man diet”). The paper shows a significant improvement in both body composition and VO2 Max levels in both men and women [...]
Significant muscle hypertrophy can be seen when bench pressing light weights to failure, same as when pressing heavy weights. While this phenomenon has been observed before, it is valuable information when you can see the two methods side by side. Our recommendation? Neither. More extensive information can be found here. The research can be found [...]
In an interesting new research, results have been observed in regards to levels of free testosterone, growth hormone and IGF-1. The delivery of these hormones post-exercise to skeletal muscles does not seem to have any correlation to the order of resistance training. It is a common belief of body builders that you should train a large muscle [...]
Running barefoot can lead to significant changes that even minimalist shoes can’t promote. A new study analysed and examined the current research. Some key points from this study: Light weight / minimalist shoes can produce some bio-mechanical changes. However, these are not nearly as great as strict barefoot running. In comparison to shod running of all types, barefoot running involves [...]
Accelerating to a sprint when running outside differs from doing the same thing while running on a treadmill. A new study shows that the biggest difference of accelerating when running outside vs on a treadmill is due to the horizontal forces required of the runner when accelerating on a non moving surface such as an open road. Read this study [...]
A new study measured the muscle activity of the rear delts (posterior deltoids are the back part of the shoulder) during horizontal shoulder abduction (also known as “Lateral Raises”). The main point to take away from this study is that during a Lateral Raise exercise, using a neutral grip (rather than a pronated grip in which [...]
A new study compared the performance of jumping with and without an arm swing. The results in this study show a 20% increase in squat jump performance when using the arms. While the main factor that contributes to the increase is the different center of mass at take off, some of the effects are explained [...]
A new study re-examines the guidelines for exercise during pregnancy. When done right, there are many benefits to exercise during a pregnancy, including a healthier baby and a fitter mother. Read here for more information on how to implement leisure time physical activity and what you can expect.
If you want to be good at endurance sports, it would only make sense to train with endurance protocols, right? Wrong! It has been known for a while that strength training can improve all aspects of endurance sports. That is an established fact that many endurance athletes ignore. A new study examines and details some of the effects [...]
An interesting research shows a significant and direct correlation between levels of sadness to the anterior displacement of the shoulders. You can read about it here: One of the implications is that with improved posture, we can expect an improvement in the overall well being and happiness.
While stretching can reduce muscle soreness, when done after training, it can also reduce your strength gains. This is true whether you stretch before, during or after exercise. A new research examined the effect of strength training and stretching on IGF-1 (Insulin Growth Factor) levels. They concluded that stretching before, during or after a strength training [...]
An interesting research into a somewhat controversial subject concluded that with untrained subjects, the restriction of blood flow during low load resistance training exercise resulted in more muscle growth. A possible explanation is the accumulation of more metabolic waste products in the muscle while the blood flow was restricted, a known growth factor when it comes to [...]
If you’ve been looking for another way to increase vertical jump performance, here is an unusual one: Use minimalist shoes or better yet – jump barefoot! Vertical jump training is an important part of many sports that require leaping (i.e. tennis, basketball and more). There are many ways to increase vertical jump performance. However, up until [...]
Chances are, if you have been training for a while you probably heard about the term “Starvation Mode” and feared it will slow down your metabolism. Even though research has been showing us otherwise for over a decade, personal trainers are still “educated” about it to this very day, fat loss gurus preach it and gym goers go OCD [...]
A new research shows that serum vitamin d levels are directly correlated to both arm and leg muscle strength in adults. This is true for both men and women. More research is needed to determine whether supplementing Vitamin D could help elevate strength. source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22895376
We all know that when we are happy we smile. This is the brain which sends the signal to our smiling muscles to do their thing. But what you maybe didn’t know is that this can work both ways. Our brain can not tell the difference between a genuine smile (unconscious) and a fake one [...]
When getting a stiff neck, the muscles will often become tight, constricting the range of motion and mobility in the neck in order to guard the affected area. Any measures that can be done to safely alleviate muscle tension, improve range of motion, and promote blood circulation to the affected area should significantly help with [...]
A new research examined different types of warm-up protocols and their effects on 800m running performance. Key factor to improve 800m training is to use a protocol that contains sustained high-intensity exercise prior to the run. One of the interesting side notes of this paper is a significantly higher vo2 peak in athletes who followed that [...]
The Valsalva maneuver (forceful attempt to exhale against a closed airway) has been the subject of debate in the fitness community. On one hand, it would be somewhat unavoidable when lifting heavy weights (you may have seen heavy lifters turning red while lifting heavy weights as they close their mouth forcefully while trying to exhale). Not only [...]
How to signal your brain to go into confident “winning” mode, increase testosterone level and reduce stress. A fascinating video we loved so much, we just had to share it with you.
It has been known for many years that fizzy drinks are not exactly healthy. You probably already knew that they are , a sure way to dental problems, full of sugar and caffeine and quite addictive. But did you know that by drinking just two cans of soft drinks a day you can cause yourself severe long-term [...]
The medical term for pain associated with menstruation is “dysmenorrhea”. In primary dysmenorrhea, the aching is usually a result of increased levels of hormones called prostaglandins, which trigger contractions in the uterine and intestinal walls. Secondary dysmenorrhea refers to period cramps which begins to develop after your periods have been regulated and become normal, and [...]
As covered in our abs book, back pain is a result of strength imbalances between the deep spinal muscles and the deep abdominal muscles. While we outline a corrective strategy in the book, we also wanted to create a little freebie that would explain how to balance other key muscle groups around the lower back area. An interesting research [...]
Dear NeatBodies Readers, We hope you had a wonderful Christmas and wish you all a fantastic new year. We have released a new freebie with a few cool tips. You are in for a treat Spread the joy: NeatBodies – Hiccups and Back Imbalances (right click to save the pdf file). We have also decided to roll updates to [...]
Having fun and getting drunk doesn’t mean you have to suffer the consequences. We would like to offer you some easy hangover cures. Simply, scientific and can help you prevent a nasty hangover as well as recover from it. Before: The best way to cure a hangover is to prevent it. Try and eat the [...]
Impotence is a common problem among men aged 50, and its prevalence increases sharply with age. Previously attributed to psychological problems and ageing but now we know that it is usually related to high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol etc. Men tend to neglect the problem, and it is a shame as quick treatment improves the [...]
A new review recently looked at ways to diagnose and prevent overtraining. The surprising conclusion? There is no way to accurately diagnose if an athlete is suffering from being over-trained.
Psychological studies conducted in recent years have found that a quarter (25%) of obese people, also suffer severe emotional feelings about their appearance. Difficult emotions can cause them to avoid the social activities, where they may hear derogatory about their excess fat. Thus adversely affecting their quality of life significantly. Why is obesity accompanied by [...]
Strengthening your toe’s flexor muscles is a relatively easy process as they respond well to strength training. Most athletes don’t consider a crushing grip to enhance overall performance , which is a shame as neural and power output can be influenced by many things! A new research concludes that toe flexors’ strength can clearly improve horizontal jump distance.
Physical activity which is practiced on a regular basis is a highly effective and completely natural solution for depression. For some people, the arrival of winter does not revolve around just the cold weather, wearing layers and taking their coats and boots out of storage. For some people, the change in season also causes changes [...]
A research testing improvements in power performance of elite soccer players found that increasing the intensity or decreasing the intensity of loading (within 15% of 1RM in either way), leads to similar adaptations and improvements in strength and power. You can read more about it here
There is a big belief that doing some cardio activity (aerobic steady state) would hinder any efforts made earlier through resistance training due to different hormones secreted during each. A new study shows that in moderation, aerobic training can actually enhance muscle building pathways and lead to greater adaptations. The mechanism behind this process still remains unknown and it will be [...]
A new research examined different variations of shoulder presses and their resulting muscle activity. Standing dumbbell press resulted in the most activation of anterior middle and posterior deltoids. Standing barbell press was noted for the increased activity on the biceps and the triceps. Read the full thing here
The fear of losing “lean mass” is as common as the fear that taking any break in the strength training routine would lead to negative adaptations. In an interesting study, researches compared two strength training routine, one continuous and the other one isn’t. The conclusion of this research is that short breaks of up to 3 weeks, do not [...]
Obesity is a common phenomenon among women of reproductive age. In England and Western countries, a fifth of pregnancies are in women with obesity. Many fertility problems are due to obesity and are common among overweight women: menstrual cycle irregular or rare, an increased risk of a lack of productivity, increased risk during fertility treatments, [...]
A great video exploring some news from the running world with the unique perspective of leading cardiologists. Worth watching: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Y6U728AZnV0
A brilliant new research examines the effects of active stretching and passive stretching on muscle fibre length. Key points from this study are: Active stretching is required to increase muscle fibre length Passive stretching can only be useful to reduce stiffness. Read this fantastic piece here
A new research examines the effects of strength training in experienced cyclists. The results shows a dramatic increase in peddling efficiency: 3% increase in peak pedal force 7% increase in 5 minutes time trial performance Read about it here
There is a strong connection between physical training and our ability to concentrate. It all starts with hormones released in our body. During training, we produce adrenaline, endorphins, growth hormone, testosterone and serotonin. These hormones play a key part on our overall good feeling, by helping us to become more relaxed, more immune to pain [...]
New research shed some light on Muscle Cramps and challenge the mainstream understanding the the main factor is dehydration. Read it here
Researches examined absolute strength vs different body composition on the performance of elite shot putters. The conclusion is crystal clear: body composition has little effect on the performance of elite shot putters and the focus needs to target absolute strength. Read the research here
A new research examines protein synthesis following resistance training in relation to blood amino acids saturations. Unlike the misconception that you should eat protein frequently and while it does help to saturate the blood with amino acids, this study proves that protein ingestion at various times before training doesn’t affect protein synthesis post workout. Meaning, it doesn’t [...]
A new study looks at 4 minutes of whole body workout in high intensity (Tabata style) and compares it to traditional 30 minutes endurance training. The results are similar improvements in oxygen capacity (vo2 max), however greater results in muscular endurance compared to traditional endurance training! Read the study here
Research published in the journal Neurology, shows that obesity (Body Mass Index of 30 and above) in midlife may cause deterioration of cognitive functions in the brain. The study was conducted in France over five years, with 2223 healthy men and women between the ages of 32 to 62. At the beginning of the experiment, [...]
A new research examines whether the increase in physical activity would directly results in an increased food consumption. While the results where observed where no significant weight loss was present, the answer is that not only it doesn’t always lead to an increased food intake, but sometimes it even leads to a decreased food intake. Read [...]
While core training is essential for everyone, if you are an untrained college student you may want to focus on different types of training. A new research conclude through a randomized trial that endurance training and core strength do not hold many implications for the performance of untrained college students. Read about it here
In a stone turning study, researches looked at different types of training (resistance, aerobic etc..) and their effects on obese individuals when no dietary changes are involved. While changes do occur, the reduce in body fat mass is insignificant when there are no dietary changes. Read this fascinating piece here
The body needs antioxidants to reduce the number of free radicals and prevent the damage they can cause. Antioxidants give electrons to the free radicals, stopping the harmful chain reaction and tame the atom under frenzy, trying to find his lone electron a new “spouse”. Providing leading free radical electron chemical stability of the molecule [...]
A new research examined the effects on body composition using different styles of training. 16 weeks of combined resistance training as well as aerobic training in elderly women between the ages of 60 to 77, produced the most significant changes in body composition, functional fitness and overall health. They also concluded that one aerobic session and one [...]
An interesting new study looks at the effects of chronic eccentric training on the legs and examines the implications. The interesting result from this study was a greater stiffness in the legs and… increased jumping power! Read about it here
An interesting study about the use of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and their effects on strength and size gains. Read the research here The conclusions are: NSAIDs will inhibit satellite cell growth which would undermine muscular hypertrophy. The use of NSAIDs can in fact assist strength gains in the neuromuscular level.
A new and interesting research set to examine practices of male bodybuilders that have become common over the years and compare them to the science behind building muscle, the results are surprising. Read it here
A new study published in the medical journal British Medical Journal discovered that individuals who are overweight are at a greater risk of premature death, which is equal to the rate of risk of individuals who smoke half a pack of cigarettes, or more, every day. Overweight is defined as body mass index (BMI) of [...]
There is hardly anyone who has not experienced a feeling of heaviness, swelling in the abdomen and feeling of helplessness that accompanies the lack of ability to just let it out. But for those of us for whom the problem is chronic, these lines may provide some relief and help. Strict weight loss diets often [...]
In one of the biggest studies of it’s kind, including over 1.3m women, researches concluded that women who stop smoking before the age of 30, can increase their life expectancy by as much as 10 years. This wouldn’t be surprising concerning the many hazards smoking have on the body, especially sourced in the paper rather than the Tobacco (having “black lungs” is mostly [...]
Impotence, increased female hormone activity and a sense of helplessness against women are some of the symptoms that can occur among obese men. What can you do? Lose weight, feel full of confidence and restore the attractiveness to the relationship. Obesity enslaves its owner. An obese man can not enjoy his life and intimate relationship [...]
Eccentric training (the protocol is explained in this book along with many other tweaks) has shown to increase satellite cell content in type II muscle fibres (fast twitch). This has implications in regards to both size and strength as well as to how eccentric training can be paired with power training. This knowledge has important applications [...]
A recent study found that women who have a drinking problem at the age of 24 were at a four times greater risk of obesity at age 27, and that obesity at age 27 has increased more than twice the risk of depression at age 30. It seems that excessive alcohol drinking, obesity and depression [...]
Another interesting study shows another benefit of fasted training: Exercising in a glycogen depleted state could lead to more mitochondria and therefore more energy producing capabilities for future training. As exercise with low glycogen increases PGC-1α gene expression in human skeletal muscle, We conclude that exercise with low glycogen levels amplifies the expression of the major genetic [...]
Extreme, morbid, obesity can cause many health problems and it is expressed differently in men than in is in women. The difference between the sexes is preserved even after weight loss and is characterized by the strength and different body composition. Will adopting a healthy lifestyle will end the phenomenon? Low self-esteem, difficulty in day [...]
A new research compared sprinting performance and safety on different surfaces. Sprinting on sand can prove to be a much safer option although some performance lost is to be expected in comparison to sprinting on a hard surface. Read more about it here
New research shows that exercise significantly reduces the risk of requiring a C-section. There are also notable improvements in postpartum recovery time. Read more here
Cellulite is a common condition of the accumulation of fat cells under the skin, a phenomenon which makes the skin look like an orange peel in mild cases, and appearance of cottage cheese in more severe cases. Among the most common aesthetic problems which women are constantly concerned about, is the problem of cellulite. Cellulite [...]
New research examined different combinations of training to determine whether the use of endurance training alongside hypertrophy (size gains) and strength training interfere with each other. If you are aiming for hypertrophy or strength, you would be wise to limit endurance training (steady state weight lifting such as lifting light weights for many repetitions). Read [...]
A limited research examined the effects of kettlebell on posture and vertical jumps. While vertical jumps gains were limited, the research does show a dramatic improve in balance. Read more about it here
Exercising small muscle groups (i.e. small muscle mass) can introduce more muscle fatigue into the central nervous system. As explained in another post, fatigue happens in the nervous system rather than in the muscle. The implication is that in order to produce greater gains, it’s important to keep the active mass small while avoiding early [...]
New research examines explosive strength gains following a kettlebell swings training program. The results clearly show a steady increase in explosive strength. More here
Obesity is not just an epidemic – it may even be contagious. The prevailing view among doctors is that the rise in obesity rates in the industrialized world are caused by lifestyle devoid of physical activity and overeating, especially of fast food. However, a new British study published in September 2008 working paper of the [...]
A new research concludes that muscle fibres do not lose or gain nuclei during periods of atrophy and any following periods of regrowth to their preceding size. In other words, this could explain why some trainees who were previously very muscular, are able to get back to their previous size faster than individuals of a [...]
A new research examined the total oxygen consumption (Vo2Max) during a 24h period. The research compared 2 minutes of sprints to 30 minutes of steady state. Researchers found no significant difference in the level of oxygen consumption which points to the superiority of doing less time through high intensity cardio. You can find more information about how [...]
A new research proves that to a notable degree, the abs (rectus abdominus, the 6 pack muscle) can in fact hypertrophy from repetitive abs training including Pilates. It could be either good or bad depending on preference and physique goals, but some women should be aware of that regardless if they want a flat tummy [...]
There is a big debate in the fitness community about training to the point of failure. There are some benefits to this type of training as it creates a micro-trauma and leads to different adaptations: It has been known for a while that training to the point of mascular failure will always result in some hypertrophy (muscle growth). [...]
All sugary drinks, including fruit juices, increase the risk of obesity, diabetes and many other chronic diseases as demonstrated by this study: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22867870
Most weight loss supplements out there produce little to no evidence, at best they show mixed results in studies and at worst they can be banned in some countries and produce adverse results on the body. However, there are a few supplements out there that are proven to work. A new study examines claims often [...]
Stretching protocols combined with heat produce more permanent results in ROM (Range of Motion) after the session is over. This is a fascinating new subject that is sure to yield a lot more research within the next few years. Read about it here
Nothing strikes worry into the heart of any girl or like a missed period, except if she is trying to get pregnant of course. Pregnancy is the first thing that we think of whenever our period is delayed. But is pregnancy the only reason for women to have a late period? Not at all! Here [...]
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Stress and anxiety directly affect obesity by affecting the levels of the hormones cortisol.. Weight gain causes the development of chronic diseases. Fact. However, you can break the cycle while adapting a healthy lifestyle and correct the process. Yes, it is possible handle pressure and stress. For most of us, our pace of lifestyle causes [...]
A new research links nutrition with different rates of skin cancer. An antioxidant reach diet (lots of fruits and vegetables) especially when present during childhood, can directly result in that “olive” skin glow and help prevent the formation of Melanoma. One quote we found really interesting was: “Israel once had the world’s third-highest rate of [...]
So you already know training can make you feel and look great, but did you know regular training and especially strength training, can help women with breast cancer to improve their quality of life? That is not even the whole story. Apparently, training may even prevent breast cancer from appearing in the first place by [...]
A top tip for the weekend for our dear followers. Whether you are struggling with thin hair, hair loss or simply trying to grow your hair faster…We recommend supplementing MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) – a naturally occurring substance within the body which promotes the production of collagen, along with vitamin C which is highly synergistic for boosting [...]
Generally speaking, fiber is included under the category of low-calorie carbohydrates. But fiber is different enough to be considered a separate dietary carbohydrate component. Surprisingly, the question “What is the definition of fiber- what is considered fiber and what is not” is much more complex than most people would think. If we are looking at [...]
Interesting piece about how romanian deadlifts can effect lower back strength (lumbar extension) The most interesting point brought up is that romanian deadlifts can benefit from a strong lower back but they don’t make your back stronger. If anything, bio-mechanics analysis shows clearly that the extension of the lumbar spine while it’s loaded in this [...]
New research pave the way for more birth control methods. Read about it here
An interesting study about insulin in the brain, read it here: http://high-fat-nutrition.blogspot.co.uk/2012/08/insulin-in-brain-hyperphagia.html
Today it is becoming mainstream knowledge that 1 pound (1/2 kilo) equals 3600 Kcal which is leading too many people to the false assumption that they should think in numbers and count calories. So if an activity like walking is estimated to burn a specific amount of calories, most people will actively try to coordinate [...]
In an interesting piece that is worth watching, the bbc covers some of the many benefits of fasting. Check out BBC Horizon (Available to watch free within the UK until 06/09/2012) We expand a bit more on the subject in simple to understand manners within our weight loss book.
It goes by many names and although some people don’t know any of them, everybody knows what the Adonis belt looks like: It is the finishing touch, that frames your abs with eye grabbing attention. Sexy, sculptured and impossible to ignore, it’s no wonder that everyone on the red carpet has it. Guys want it and girls [...]
No matter if you are trying to lose weight, tone up or build muscle mass, with the right kind of a strategic detox diet, you can rest assure that it will significantly help you to speed up the process (and even make it a lot easier) by creating the right metabolic environment for getting real [...]
So many people want and wish to get rid of their belly; some even try to do something about it, so how come so many people still have belly fat? What most people do not understand, is that all this fat around the belly (the “beer belly” and “love handles” too) is biologically different to [...]
A new research shows that applying slow exercises protocols (3 second up, 3 seconds down) are an effective way to help old people gain muscle mass as well as muscle strength. It’s been known for a while that old people can greatly benefit from muscle mass to improve their overall health, stability and strength This [...]
Although, creams can increase blood flow to this deprived area where the circulation of blood isn’t strong enough to help your cellulitis disappear by themselves… No, wait, hang on a second! Confused? Don’t feel bad, most people would be! What actually really does fool many people in regards to the effectiveness of these creams is the massaging [...]
As you probably know by now, you can easily find on the market many special creams and pills, which promise an easy solution for fat loss. Even if you don’t rely on these “magical products” solely but combine them with a diet (in order to give your diet a “boost” and increase fat loss), can [...]
A new reseach examines the role of neural tension on Hamstrings flexibility. Read more here
An interesting read about muscular strength and markers of Insulin sensitivity. Read it here
A new research examines different hormones and their effect on hypertrophy – muscle growth. Some interesting questions from this research are: Cortisol – usually associated with atrophy due it’s catabolic nature, seems to be actually associated with hypertrophy. Exercise promoted GH (growth hormone) and Testosterone had nothing to do with hypertrophy gains or gains in strength. They [...]
A new study examines the effects of training at different times during the day on the performance. Read all about it here
New research examines the trunk muscles activation when lifting an unexpectedly heavy weight. Read about it here
A new research examines the activation of the Thighs and Gluteus activation during wide squats. An interesting point is that squats preformed faster (as with a weight belt) may lead to power gains. Read more here
A new research clearly demonstrates that female weight lifters are seeing adapations similar to those seen in men. It is a wide spread myth that women can’t grow as much muscle as men due to lower testosterone levels. This is one of many research papers that clearly demonstrate the opposite. Read more about it here [...]
A new research, compared different aspects of the traditional squats, powerlifting squats and the box squats. There are two interesting conclusions from the recently published research: 1. Box squats require a significant amount of force development, especially when compared to other squat variations. 2. A wide-stance powerlifting squat, with restricted anterior knee movement, doesn’t automatically lead (as often thought) [...]
A new research confirms that there is a strong connection between the application of strength training methods and the improvement in sport specific performance. Read more here
It has now become common practice, mainstream in its entirety to periodize programs in order to maximize results. Clients are used to it and every new trainer is either encouraged or forced to periodize programs as a common practice. A new research proves something which many professionals in the field have been claiming for years, that periodization [...]
New research concludes that muscles adapt in a non-uniform way in response to resistance training and particularly during eccentric loads. With non uniformity there is always a risk of muscular imbalances. If those imbalance are overlooked, and since we tend to compensate with our stronger muscles, this can result in injury due to unbalanced load on the weak muscles. [...]
In contrast to what many believe, a new research shows that the main cause for muscular fatigue during intense training is the loss of neural drive. While there are other factors involved in muscular fatigue (i.e. blood lactate, co2 etc…), the main factor is the loss of efficiency in the nervous system. Read the abstract here
The assumption behind this research is that supportive gear for weight lifting, in fact compress the muscles which leads to the accumulation of more metabolic waste. This, in turn, stimulates an increase in anabolic factors present such as IGF-1, Testosterone and Growth Hormone. Link to abstract
A new research suggests you can induce regional hypertrophy by activating the muscle differently along a certain length. That would mean more hypertrophy that is specific to that muscle activation. A good take home point from this is that different exercises which target a muscle from various angles, can be helpful when aiming for maximal hypertrophy. Link [...]
Walking for health, contradictory to common belief, is NOT a great form of exercise. However, when considering sedentary populations, walking can have some health benefits. It doesn’t take a genius to understand that being even moderately active is better for health than sitting and watching tv. The world health organization recommends that adults between the [...]
