By Gabe Sanders, PhD, NSCA-CSCS Just two to three short resistance training sessions per week, each lasting around 20-30 minutes, can be enough to improve your muscle strength and endurance.
Leptin Unlocked: 5 Ways to improve leptin levels and manage weight
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS The good news is recent research has shown that both resistance and endurance training can significantly impact leptin levels, especially in overweight and obese individuals.
Mitochondria and Exercise; The Key to Revitalizing Aging Muscles
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Research has shown that we can actively influence the health and function of our mitochondria, particularly through exercise. Engaging in regular physical activity, especially high-intensity exercises, can work wonders on these cellular powerhouses.
Your Handgrip Strength and Your Health
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Your grip strength, of all things, could be a significant indicator of your overall health and muscular strength as you age.
Body Mass Index, A Great Indicator of Health
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS The truth is that BMI is more often than not a good indicator of health, and being at a weight that places your BMI in a healthy range is attainable and good for you.
Is Exercise and Sleep a Form of Regenerative Medicine?
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Regular physical activity can amplify our body’s regenerative capabilities by mitigating the inflammatory and oxidative components, which are often the culprits behind impaired regeneration.
“Run to Quit” Program for Smoking Cessation
By Gabe Sanders, PhD, NSCA-CSCS By encouraging running behavior among smokers, this initiative not only promotes physical health but also supports the journey to becoming smoke-free.
Stem Cells in Cardiac Care: A Glimpse into the Future
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS What if doctors and scientists could harness the body’s own cells to heal the heart? Enter the world of stem cells, particularly a type called induced pluripotent stem cells also abbreviated as hiPSCs.
Art Therapy for Healing Power and Purpose
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS For some, a potential path towards understanding one’s purpose is found via art therapy. Purpose therapy focuses on discovering and cultivating a sense of purpose in life.