Your fitness club is supposed to be a health haven. But a new study shows that it’s teeming with germs. “Every time you pick up a weight or grab an exercise bike handle, you could be putting yourself at risk for an illness or infection,” warns the report. An environmental testing lab took bacterial samples [...]
Should you stop exercising? Two of the top causes of death in the U.S. is heart disease and stroke, exercise is a great way to combat these health issues. However, continuing to exercise after your body has told you to quit, could mean death. Don’t ignore the signs. If you feel anything that says you [...]
You walk into your local GYM. Want to improve your heart condition? Use the cardio machines. Build your muscular physique? Head to the weights. But what if you want to live longer? Penn State researchers may have the answer. A massive new study examined the workout habits of 30,000 seniors for five years. It found [...]
When it comes to physical health, there are few things more important than “lung power.” Great martial artists like Bruce Lee knew physical strength and robust health depend on your lungs. The strong men of my father’s era knew it too. Part of what gives you the capacity to live robustly is getting enough oxygen. [...]
It has been said that up to 80% of the U.S. population will suffer from some type of low back problems throughout their lifetime. And there are many causes — including instability, strains, injuries, and accidents. Among adults, low back pain is often caused by overuse and muscle strain or injury. Proper treatment can help you stay [...]
There maybe a new way to get a great night’s sleep. It doesn’t come from a drug…or even a supplement. So what is it? It’s an ancient practice developed in the 12th century. If you are guessing yoga…you’re wrong. But it is a system of movements and positions. Dr. Michael Ray Irwin is a professor [...]
