By Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C Research has shown that biological and psychological damage; possibly even death may occur if a person is unable to cope with stress
Maintain Don’t Gain this holiday season
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS The problem with gaining 1-2 pounds during the holiday season is that most people do not lose that weight at the beginning of the new year. Therefore, your goal this holiday season should be “Maintain, don’t gain!”
Maximize your Exercise, Listen to music
By Gabe Sanders PhD Music can enhance your workouts by reducing your perceived stress that is often caused by fatigue, which in turn, can help you feel more comfortable when exercising
Lose weight efficiently with Diet and Exercise; a safe, evidence-based approach
By Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C Dieting is not easy. When it comes to losing weight, it should never be rushed. It is hard enough to lose weight and even more so in a short period of time.
Exercise and mental health: more than just medicine.
Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C Researchers have even considered exercise a “polypill” ; because in addition to the many benefits in preventing/treating several mental diseases, it has the advantage of not generating adverse responses and of being a low cost alternative.
My Fitness Pal, Just an App or Maybe Not?
Brandon Pollock, PhD, ACSM-EP-C In my opinion, MyFitnessPal’s overall cleanliness, attention to details combined with the database size, diet log, exercise tracker, and daily reports put it at the top of calorie / fitness tracker apps currently available.
Precautions when exercising with Diabetes
By Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), regular physical activity also improves your body’s sensitivity to insulin and promotes blood glucose uptake.
What are Considerations for Children Exercising, Heat?
By Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C It is very important that children/ young adults use extra precaution when choosing to exercise or perform any physical activity in the heat.
What are Considerations for Elderly exercising Heat?
By Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C Seniors with chronic illnesses such as heart disease should avoid exercising in heat if possible, but for seniors brave enough, here are some tips