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Now Is the Time to Reset Your Health

Even though we are living in the most abundant time in human history, chronic disease is at all-time high. The incidence of obesity, diabetes cardiovascular disease, depression, and anxiety are all reaching epidemic proportions. And to top it all off, we are now facing a coronavirus pandemic. Not good. But, in my honest option, this

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Matcha Tea and Exercise Benefits

There are literally thousands of supplements said to improve health and athletic performance – but, more often than not, the most effective options are sitting right under our nose. Which is why matcha tea is so interesting. What is Matcha tea? Matcha tea is a unique type of green tea which is made by taking

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Exercise: The Ultimate Escape

John Barry I came across the difference of these two terms a few years into my fitness career. Having grown up as an athlete and playing multiple sports, I would always workout. I genuinely enjoyed it. Wether it was strength training or running. I never saw it as work, but more of a reward. This

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Why BMI Is Not an Accurate Measure of Health

John Barry   The first “real” research I did in college was specifically for a research class in senior year. The purpose of the course was to go through the process of deep study on a topic to learn more about that topic, and not simply to pass a test or write a paper. We

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The Ingredient in Kale That May Promote Longevity

Kale has fast become one of the most talked-about foods in the health industry, with many people going as far as to describe it as a superfood. But to be honest, I was always a little skeptical – I mean, it’s just a green leaf, right? Or at least, that’s what I used to think.

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The Biomechanics of Breathing During Sprinting

Sprinting is one of the most physically demanding tasks that the human body can perform. It requires an incredible amount of explosive power, tissue resilience, and motor coordination, in conjunction with a vast body of speed and endurance. But what many people fail to consider is the importance of breathing. Yep, believe it or not,

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Are ACL tears more common during a women’s menstrual cycle?

If you are an athlete or weekend warrior who has gone down with an injury, it is the arguably worst thing you can hear. Those three dreaded syllables. ACL. Yep, the good old anterior cruciate ligament injury. As far as injuries go, it is one of the worst. Not only is it extremely painful, but

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How to Live Longer: What You Need to Know

Ah, the age-old question: “how to live longer?” Something that has plagued our society since the dawn of time. Seriously, it appears as if we have forever been searching for the fountain of youth. Constantly looking for ways to extend our lifespan, and in doing so spend a few more years on this amazing planet

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Does Sprint Performance Decline With Age?

Exercising regularly across your lifespan is the perfect way to maintain health and function well into your golden years – and one of the best modes of exercise on the planet is unquestionably sprinting. Sprinting provides a unique combination of strength, power, balance, and coordination into one single exercise, making it incredibly effective. But did

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How Long Does It Take To Reverse The Effects Of A Bad Diet?

Hunter Bennett You know that eating a good diet is important. But did you know that is one of the most important things you can do for your body, period? Well, it is. See, your diet can influence nearly every aspect of your health. It can impact your risk of developing heart disease and diabetes,

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Muscular Potential: Men vs Women

It has long been thought that when it comes to building muscle, women are at a massive disadvantage. Whether it be because of hormone levels, muscle fiber distribution, or some other factor that we aren’t yet aware of, it doesn’t matter – people seem to think that women cannot build anywhere near as much muscle

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Exercising With An Autoimmune Disorder

Hunter Bennett Exercise is hands down the most important thing you can do for your body. It improves the health of your heart, muscles, and bones, staves off the onset of physical and mental illness, and keeps you functionally capable well into your golden years. To be completely honest, it is the closest thing we