In this article from Sports Medicine Bulletin by the ACSM, resistance training or weightlifting is increasing in popularity and is now recognized as an important component of a general exercise program. Regular muscle-strengthening exercise is recommended for both men and women, older adults, as well as adults with chronic conditions….
It’s five o’clock and you’re driving the kids home from one of their many activities, when you hear the inevitable question, “What’s for dinner?” If this scenario sounds familiar, the solution may be no further than the slow cooker on your kitchen counter. Slow cookers cook food while you do…
Recent research published in Obesity shows what successful MyFitnessPal users know to be true: Small, simple lifestyle changes, aka micro-goals, can boost your likelihood of losing weight and keeping it off for good. “Micro-strategies are the way to go,” says Keith-Thomas Ayoob, RD. “They’re easy to do, produce small but…
Did you know that dietary potassium, found in fruits and vegetables like bananas, sweet potatoes and spinach can help control blood pressure? Research shows that too little potassium can increase your risk of hypertension and stroke. But studies also show that people who have high blood pressure may be able…
We’ve all had those busy weeknights when simply winding down can be challenging enough, let alone trying to tackle meal prep and cooking. To help, we’ve asked five busy dietitians to share their favorite fast meals that can be thrown together in a pinch — no advanced cooking skills required….
Myth: Do your cardio before your strength training Fact: There is no “correct” order for cardio and strength training exercises, it depends on your personal goals! If you are a runner, or any endurance athlete, cardio should be the focus of your work out. That does not mean NOT to strength train, it just means…
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