By Siobhan Hicks, MPH There are so many benefits to losing weight, especially as it relates to heart health and enhancing heart function, and improving metabolism. Being able to reach and maintain a healthy weight is a great start to improving one’s heart health.
Do I need to stretch?
By Siobhan Hicks, MPH Although the types of stretches and duration of performing them vary amongst professionals, research has long found the benefits of stretching and flexibility for different age groups, especially among older adults.
Manage your emotions and improve your health and well-being
By Siobhan Hicks, MPH Researchers have suggested that higher emotional intelligence (EI) is linked to improved psychological and physical health. Those who have higher EI are skilled both in understanding and regulating their own emotions, and in reading and managing the emotions of others.
Professional burnout? Here are some tips to prevent that…
By Siobhan Hicks, MPH When people are stressed and trying to make certain decisions (big or small), they are more likely to postpone choices or stick with the status quo, less likely to plan ahead, and more likely to be distracted by irrelevant information.
Women, do you have cardiovascular disease risk factors?
By Gabe Sanders Ph.D., NSCA-CSCS As overweight and obesity continue to increase in society, there is an increased risk for younger women to develop heart disease as well.
Muscle Growth and Muscle Regeneration: New Findings
By Gabe Sanders Ph.D., NSCA-CSCS In addition to muscle growth and regeneration via proper nutritional intake, researchers are constantly investigating how to improve muscle regeneration in humans.
Is Tobacco Use Worsening?
By Gabe Sanders Ph.D., NSCA-CSCS A combined effort globally recognized by health agencies is to eradicate tobacco use altogether. While tobacco use is likely never-ending, the agencies are launching the MPOWER approach.
Is There a Root Cause for Depression?
By Gabe Sanders Ph.D., NSCA-CSCS Regardless of sex differences, new research is trying to find the mechanism behind depression.
What is Lipoprotein(a)? Is it Related to Coronary Artery Disease?
By Gabe Sanders Ph.D., NSCA-CSCS Lipoprotein(a) is a type of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), which at high levels circulating in the blood put an individual at an increased risk for heart disease.