Fitness Facts

We live in a world that benefits from centuries of scientific learning in many disciplines, including the human body and health in general. It’s hard to believe that a scant few centuries ago, almost everything we know about the body now was unknown. Concepts such as the humors and other now-debunked ideas dominated what passed…

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Many people are so focused on macronutrients (protein, carbohydrates, and fat) that they often overlook the importance of micronutrients. These micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals found within your food. Micronutrients might not be as integral to the body as getting enough protein, fat, and carbs, but you need them nonetheless. Without minerals and vitamins,…

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Well, this conversation was going to happen sooner or later. I’ve been avoiding this one because, frankly, this subject is a pain in the butt for a host of reasons. Fat is such a misunderstood thing in the fitness and nutrition worlds, and this is because of shorthand used by advertisers, some clinical institutions and…

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Creatine and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are two of the most common bodybuilding supplements on the market. There are literally hundreds of products that make use of these ingredients to one degree or another. Naturally, some people cannot help but wonder if it’s a good idea to mix them. Let’s take a closer look at…

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Amino acids are proteins that play a crucial role in many of the body’s processes, including muscle development. As such, they are often used as a fitness supplement by those who wish to maximize their muscle size. As you can see from this research, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are oxidized within skeletal muscle fibers, acting…

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Before we get into this, I feel it’s important to take a moment to talk about the fixation with calorie counting, and what calories actually are. Sensationalism is a plague on society, and it’s far and wide-spread, including in the fitness world. It can’t be avoided, but we can at least do our part to…

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Today, we’re going to look at something that’s going to seem a bit counterintuitive. When we think about fitness, we think about weight loss primarily. Combatting obesity is such a focus in fitness (justifiably for the most part) that we often forget that it’s entirely possible to be woefully underweight as well. Being underweight may…

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What Is Arachidonic Acid? Arachidonic acid is one of the omega-6 fatty acids, and it might be the most important of them. This substance is present in the human body in large amounts and can be synthesized from other things such as linoleic acid. However, our purpose here is to determine whether or not arachidonic…

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This article is intended for the serious beginner. To clarify our meaning, we are addressing those of you who may be new to the bodybuilding game and who want to chart out a path for success. Even for those of you who have been training for a while, it might be helpful to try some…

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As someone who personally hates wearing shoes and can’t wait to be free of them at the end of the day, I’m always surprised by what difference shoes can make in a workout. Sure, comfortable running shoes are excellent for well, running as well as a lot of sports. Cleats are excellent when you’re running…

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Protein seems to be a very divisive thing in the nutrition, dietary, and fitness world. Some people will tell you that you’ll never achieve a ripped, fit physique if you don’t get enough protein. Others will claim that protein in high doses is extremely unhealthy, causing diseases and so much more. Perhaps it’s fitting that…

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Ah, coffee. For many of us, it’s just a prerequisite to engaging the world. For anyone who is not a morning person, it’s a mood potion, converting us from angry beasts into civilized members of society. For coffee drinkers, imagining a life where people can just hit the ground running, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed naturally, is…

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Muscle soreness is one of the inevitable consequences of a hard workout. Like fatigue, pain is just part of the game. That being said, there are a number of things that you can do to reduce the problem. We all know that stretching is a good way to help alleviate post-workout soreness, but many people…

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When we think about fitness – not just being properly healthy, but athletic, Adonic fitness – we think of two parts of the body above all others, the abdominal area and arms. We picture mighty, rugged, swole guys and toned, sleek women who could probably dismantle us with a pinky finger. Everyone wishes they looked…

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When it comes to fitness, losing weight is one of the most common priorities. In fact, a large percentage of the fitness community will tell you that they started working out because they were overweight. However, most authorities agree that you shouldn’t try to lose your excess weight too quickly. All sorts of problems can…

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Today, we are going to talk about a topic that many men find embarrassing. The term “man boobs” may not be a technical one, but we all know what it means. The term refers to fat deposits on a man’s chest which may resemble a woman’s breasts. Even if you don’t care about your appearance,…

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Hippocrates once said that “all disease begins in the gut.” If that’s true, then so does your health. Believe it or not, the human body is comprised of tons of bacteria—over 40 trillion bacteria, to be exact—and most of that is located within your intestines. The scientific name for these gut bugs is “microbiota,” and…

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All right, ladies, listen up. You might be in your 30s, but that doesn’t mean your metabolism is going to come to a screeching halt and all hope for getting the body of your dreams is lost. Because it isn’t! In fact, your fitness journey is just dawning. A smart weight loss and fitness plan…

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