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Meet Biostrap: The Wearable That Helps Measure Your Sleep, Recovery, and Performance
As you can probably imagine, training athletes is serious business, and you don't have to be a sports enthusiast to realize that. The sports greats of yesteryear would be totally unremarkable today, and so would the gear that they used to max out their stats.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in Longevity
5 Reasons Why You Have a Drop in Mood in January
Have you noticed how you get to a completely different place with the beginning of January? You might be one of those people who feel quite down after the holidays. It will inevitably last until the end of February/beginning of March when you see the first signs of spring. (Unless, of course, if you live in a Mediterranean climate.) Nevertheless, let’s go through the reasons and some tips to cheer up before spring comes!
By Rae Rhods7 years ago in Longevity
Medicine: "Field" or "Industry?"
“You should get treatment,” I say, though I feel like a hypocrite since there’s no one more skeptical of the medical profession than I am.
By Leigh Victoria Phan, MS, MFA7 years ago in Longevity
Tea vs. Coffee: Which Will Help You Stay More Awake?
Tea or coffee is a debate that often springs up amongst enthusiasts on either side. Most people have a preference for one drink or the other, although many enjoy both. But, in this busy world we live in, which one will help you stay awake? We look into a few different studies to try to offer some answers!
By Theodora Evans7 years ago in Longevity
The Modern World of Medicine. What Could We Really Learn from Each Other?
A doctor, by definition, according to Merriam Webster Dictionary is “a person who has earned one of the highest academic degrees (such as a PhD) conferred by a university: to give medical treatment to” or quite simply, “to give medicine to.” Now by definition alone, this is fairly straightforward. That is until you begin looking at all the aspects in which “medicine” can be used.
By Rebecca Slaney7 years ago in Longevity
Netflix and Stretch!
Nobody is alone in enjoying some Netflix in the evenings! I personally love popping on a suspenseful series to wind down before bed. It’s been a tradition for everyone to zone out with all sorts of on-screen entertainment.
By Kylie Jane7 years ago in Longevity
How to Stay Fit During the Holidays
The dangers of potentially expanding waistlines and mental and physical stress are very real at a time when we are supposed to be relaxing and giving thanks for each other and our many blessings. How then, can we stay mentally, physically, and emotionally fit throughout this merry season? The following tips will help you sail through the holidays while focusing on the simpler things in life, giving thanks for the wonderful things we do have:
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Longevity
Getting Started with Home Fitness
Working out in your own home can be great, especially if you are just starting. Personally, I love working out at home. I have my own mini gym with only a couple of things, but I love how easy and quiet it is. Plus, I don't have to wait to use any of the equipment!!
By Josh Pt7 years ago in Longevity
How to Use Yoga to Heal Injuries
Yoga is a huge part of my life and has been for going on eight years now, before I did my teacher training I would take every kind of yoga imaginable. It is a common misconception that yoga is only for the white, middle class, chai latte drinking, designer legging wearing, skinny, hipster girl. I see every shape, size, race and gender at my classes, and every single person is there for their own special reason.
By Samantha Bentley7 years ago in Longevity
Everything You Need to Know About Dumbbells
Have You Ever...? Have you ever wanted to start working out but didn't know where to begin? Dumbbells are one of the best ways to both lose fat and to gain muscles. This article will provide you with all the necessary information you need to know about dumbbells, their benefits, and its risks.
By Michael Duong7 years ago in Longevity
How to Burn More Calories While Sitting Still
Put the fat-burners down. Seriously, put them down, stop wasting your money. The accepted, modern way of burning fat that you can see in every gym seems to be as much cardio as possible, with as little calories as possible, and all the most recent "fat burning supplements."
By Ash May7 years ago in Longevity
6 Ways to Kick Sugar out of Your Diet
Let’s be honest: Sugar is bad for you. It’s one of the primary causes of obesity and heart disease. Obesity has become a public health epidemic in the United States, and heart disease is the the leading killer of Americans. Whether you’re looking to lose weight or just get a little healthier, kicking sugar is one of the greatest places to start.
By Lynne Rush7 years ago in Longevity