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Does Muscle Size Equal Muscle Strength? Trainers Break It Down
Chances are, if you’ve ever dabbled in weightlifting, you’ve noticed some crossover between these goals—maybe your muscles ...
The Number-1 Strength Training Tip That Helped a 57-Year-Old Build Muscle
A doctor and a trainer share advice for building muscle and strength at 50 and beyond. You'll want to incorporate these major ...
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Is BMI Accurate for Every Body Type?
BMI (body mass index) is a rough measure of body composition but is not accurate for everyone. Learn about BMI’s uses and ...
Halle Berry's Trainer Says This 1 Exercise is Key to Combating Menopausal Weight Gain
“Declining estrogen levels during menopause contribute to muscle loss, which in turn affects metabolism, increases fat storage and weakens bones,” Maria Luque, Ph.D., explained during a June 4 TODAY ...
9 Strength Moves Men Over 50 Should Be Doing Daily
Muscle mass starts to decrease 3% to 8% every decade after the age of 30—and it speeds up after 60. This happens for a few reasons, including daily use of your body, lower testosterone levels, and how ...
How to build fitness that actually lasts — the best exercises to do at any age
Fitness is your most powerful long-term investment. It helps prevent disease, improve mental health and boost your quality of ...
Social media’s push for the perfect muscular body is fuelling a new form of disordered eating — and young men are most at risk
Muscularity oriented disordered eating refers to the disordered eating habits people may adopt in their drive to gain muscle ...
'As a PT it took me 6 years to change my body composition – these 5 steps made the difference'
Setting out to reduce body fat and build muscle at the same – otherwise known as changing your body composition – is among the most common goals for fitness newbies and gym fanatics alike. Adjusting ...