Losing weight can be incredibly challenging regardless of whether you’re looking to lose five pounds or 20. Not only does it require diet and lifestyle changes, it also takes quite a bit of patience. Fortunately, using a mix of proven strategies can simplify and expedite weight loss.
Continue readingNew Study Says Physical Fitness Promotes Better Brain Function In Young Adults
Researchers found that study participants who performed better during a cardio test also exhibited better cognitive function via a brain scan. Additionally, the fitter, sharper participants also showed superior structural integrity of the white matter in their brains, which is associated with improved speed and quality of nerve connections.
Continue readingBack to school: The ABC’s of strength and conditioning
It’s that time of year again. Summer is winding down and kids are preparing to head back to school. Many kids have new clothes, a backpack filled with freshly sharpened pencils, and other supplies to get the year started. As our youngsters head back to school, how we think about progressing in education is how we should think about progressing strength training and injury prevention efforts for young athletes.
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