By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS One crucial protein is dystrophin, which helps stabilize and protect muscle fibers during contraction and relaxation during exercise. It forms a supportive link between the internal structure of muscle cells and the surrounding matrix, providing structural integrity and reducing the risk of damage during muscle activity.
Turning Skin Cells into Muscle to treat Muscle-related diseases
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Recently, scientists have made remarkable progress by altering regular skin cells into primitive muscle stem cells. What does this mean? It could lead to new methods to treat muscle-related diseases and enhance muscle health.
Aerobic vs. Strength Training: Which is Better for Muscle Mass?
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Do you find yourself questioning if cardio is better than lifting weights? Understanding the differences between these two types of exercise can help clarify which is more effective for building muscle and improving overall health.
Weight Loss Medications vs. Weight Loss Pills: Impact on Muscle Density
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS When it comes to shedding excess pounds, many people consider weight loss medications or over-the-counter weight loss pills. While both can aid in weight reduction, their impact on muscle density differs significantly.
Shedding Light on Wellness: Light Therapy Illuminates the Path to Beating Depression
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Light therapy shines a hopeful beam on combating depression and the winter-induced gloom known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). By mimicking natural light, light therapy aids in realigning our biological clocks, thereby helping to alleviate mood disorders and enhance overall well-being.
Exploring Over-the-Counter Peptides for Muscle Building
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Beyond the well-known Peptide BPC 157, there are several other peptides available over the counter that can aid in various aspects of muscle health. Let’s dive into a few of these peptides, their benefits, and how they can support your fitness journey.
The Benefits of Exercise Testing: A Path to Fitness Success
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Have you considered testing your strength or endurance before starting an exercise journey? Exercise testing plays a valuable role in understanding and improving overall fitness.
Boosting Brain Health with Functional Training: The Future of Exercise for Older Adults
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Recent research on Brain Functional Training (BFT) suggests that traditional physical exercise improves brain health by encouraging the growth of new brain cells, boosting blood flow to the brain, and increasing its ability to adapt and change.
Strength Training and Aging: A Pathway to Vitality and Wellness… Try this workout!
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS One effective strategy to mitigate these age-related changes is resistance training. This form of exercise, commonly known for its association with weightlifting, is specifically designed to bolster muscular strength and endurance.
Is Being Overweight Linked to Longer Life? The “Obesity Paradox” in Older Adults
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Researchers explored whether being overweight had a direct, causal impact on survival beyond age 85. Surprisingly, the study found that individuals who were overweight between the ages of 75 and 85 had a significantly better chance of living past 85 compared to those with normal weight (BMI 18.5–24.9)