We’ve been promoting the benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for years. It gets you in shape faster, is better for your heart, and helps you lose weight more efficiently than other types of workouts.
And it turns out that HIIT has another important benefit: It prevents migraine headaches.
… Read MoreYou can go to the best cardiologists…get a myriad of blood tests and cutting-edge diagnostic imaging… But answering one simple question is a surprisingly reliable indicator of whether or not you’re headed for a heart attack.
That’s the finding of major new study that followed more than 420,000 middle-aged people for six years.1
The question is this: How fast do you walk?… Read More
Even if you’re an exercise novice, you’re probably aware of some of the most common workout mistakes.
Widely publicized no-no’s include taking on too much exercise too soon…doing the same workout every day…and neglecting correct form.
But there are many lesser-known mistakes that can sabotage your quest for self-improvement. Here are five workout blunders and how to fix them:
… Read MoreEating right… Not smoking… Doing puzzles… Most of us know these things can help keep us mentally sharp into old age.
But new research shows that when it comes to keeping a strong brain, one lifestyle change is more important than all others.
… Read MoreTattoos have hit an all-time high in popularity. The number of Americans with at least one tattoo has jumped 50% over the past four years. Pro and college athletes often cover large swaths of their body with ink.
Now, a new study shows that tattoos may affect your workout.
… Read MoreSeniors may hesitate to do a short, strenuous workout. They fear they are too frail. Or that their heart might give out.
But a new study shows that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is the best type of exercise…no matter your age.
And it is safe and well tolerated by seniors.
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