The number of calories you need to eat each day depends on several factors, including your age, size, height, sex, lifestyle, and overall general health. A physically active 6ft 2in male, aged 22 years,... View More
Injection that makes muscles less energy efficient may have potential as weight-loss therapy to treat obesity. What started as an evolutionary protection against starvation has become a biological "bad... View More
Looking to save money on your next shopping trip? Better eat something before you head to the mall. According to new research from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management, hunger increases... View More
New research released by Cancer Council Australia and the National Heart Foundation of Australia shows Australian teenagers are spending increasing time in front of electronic devices such as computers,... View More
Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have found that a compound produced by the body when dieting or fasting can block a part of the immune system involved in several inflammatory disorders such as type... View More
Increasing fiber consumption could be a simple change to aid with weight loss and boost other areas of health, according to a new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>
Study shows downhill running does not increase risk of Achilles injury - as long as you work it in gradually. Like many runners, former BYU track star Katy Andrews Neves has had her share of injuries.... View More
Among the complications of obesity include an increased risk of heart disease. But for children and adolescents who are obese, this risk could be reduced with a low-fat, plant-based vegan diet. This is... View More
I like to include some single arm dumbbell training in my rehab and performance training with my clients. This allows for observation of any frank weakness and provides an opportunity to work on eliminating... View More
The world of corporate wellness offers endless opportunity for fitness professionals. But getting the foot in the door is often the most challenging task. Here are three strategies to help you win your... View More
Lots of us will have made a New Year's resolution to either lose weight or increase fitness levels for 2015. Unfortunately, more than 90% of us are likely to have given up 2 months in. If this sounds like... View More
"Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication" is an appropriate mantra for any business, especially for those in the fitness industry... View More
The evolutionary pressures on our early ancestors helped to shape the biology in our bodies today. Early man gained survival advantage by extracting the most calories from the smallest amount of food.... View More
An estimated 19 million activity trackers were used in 2014, but when it comes to tracking steps and calories, how many of those were actually accurate? A new study commissioned by the American Council... View More
As high doses of green tea extract supplements for weight loss become more popular, potential liver toxicity becomes a concern. In the last decade, dozens of people have been diagnosed with the condition.... View More
The new sporting craze of 'Walking Football' may enable people to continue playing football into their 60s and 70s while reaping a multitude of health benefits, according to Aston University researchers.The... View More
Smoking is the primary cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the US, accounting for 80-90% of all cases. For the remaining 10-20%, it is believed exposure to air pollution, secondhand smoke... View More
In the US, the rate of childhood obesity has more than doubled over the past 3 decades. But in a new study, researchers from the University of Southampton in the UK say they have identified a number of... View More
Renownedcoach and exercise physiologist, Richard Brown, PhD, has released the thirdedition of Fitness Running. Organizedin three sections: Running Readiness, Program Planning and Training Schedules,Brown... View More
