GLP-1 medications can be an effective weight loss tool — and supporting your body with a strength training routine is one of the keys to success. Here’s why.
Presents an interview with French writer Jacques Attali, who argues America must declare war on its own short-term thinking if it wishes to avoid becoming an economic stepchild to Japan and Europe. Considers such subjects as America's search for short-term gains, US military muscle, US support...
You don’t need to do a lot of training to avoid muscle atrophy. In fact, one full-body workout per week is probably enough to maintain your current gains (6). So, even if you are really busy and cannot make it to the gym more often, commit to one workout per week to maintain...
But age-related muscle loss isn’t just a cosmetic issue. So much of the loss of function and vitality that commonly accompanies aging actually begins with this gradual loss of muscle tissue starting in mid-life. As we lose muscle, we lose strength and stamina and this means we can’t do...
“Taking her out to dinner tointeract with other people, rather than just being at home all the time, is another thing we do to help her stay engaged,” Voelpel adds. She encourages younger family members to stay engaged with older relatives to avoidsocial isolation and loneliness, whic...
However, things are not always this simple because, in many individuals, age-related loss of muscle mass is accompanied by fat gain (8). Hence, an excessive amount of fat tissue may contribute to loss of muscle mass and strength with aging (9). The term sarcopenic obesity has been used ...
Don't feel that you have to completely avoid all foods that have fat, cholesterol, or sodium. It's your average over a few days, not in a single food or even a single meal, that's important. Check the food labels on packaged foods to help you budget fat, cholesterol, and sodium ov...
Some people want to get huge. Others don't. It's amazing when you learn the exact same exercise can have either effect. In this module, I'll teach you how to build size when you want to, and how to avoid bulking while building strength if that's your goal. Once you know this inf...
To do this, you’ll need to focus on yourbody’s composition— which covers lean muscle mass, body fat, and more. You can gauge this by studying yourabdomen, skinfold, and stature. Rather than set your sights ondirect weight loss, body recomposition plans aim to help you eat healthier,...
Use Barbells.You can lift heavier weights with barbells than any other tools. You also have to balance the weight yourself. Barbells involve more muscles and trigger more growth. Use free weights not attached to machines. Start light and use proper form to avoid injury. ...