Wearable fitness trackers are one of the big things of the current wellness movement, and among those trackers, Fitbit is a big name. It’s constantly putting out new watches and other devices to help you monitor various indicators of fitness. So where exactly does the Versa 4 fit among the ranks? In many ways, the …
No matter how fancy modern science becomes, one of the most important factors affecting our longevity will always be exercise. Of course, types of exercise vary widely, and it can be pretty hard to find a type that doesn’t just improve our health but is also enjoyable. Swimming is one of the most popular types …
If you’re an evolutionary biologist, adaptation probably has a very specific meaning to you. In the exercise context, however, it’s something a little different. It’s about how your body reacts to the stress you put it under during your session. If you want to be effective in your training and recovery, you need to understand …
I’ve talked before about how recovery can’t just be a physical thing and how you have to think about your mind’s well-being, too. I’ve even talked about some techniques you can use to heal mentally. If it’s something you have trouble with, or if you’re facing a particularly challenging psychological hurdle, there is a whole …
Creatine is one of the most popular supplements among athletes and bodybuilders, and for good reason. Unlike many of the more dubious options, it has solid scientific backing for its multiple benefits in performance and recovery. That doesn’t mean every person should take it all the time, but it’s certainly a serious contender. Let’s start …
Recovery isn’t just about physical rehabilitation. If you’re feeling fatigued, moody, agitated and depressed, it may mean you haven’t done enough to recover psychologically. You need to take care of your mind just like you do your body. That’s especially true when you’re putting it under a lot of stress. I’m not just talking about …
If stem cells are all about growth, healing and regeneration, surely the best way to encourage their presence in your body is to practice a more regenerative lifestyle, right? Things like what you eat and how you exercise change your body, removing the bad stuff and increasing the good. Few things serve a more regenerative …
Stem cell therapy may sound like something from science fiction, but in many ways, this pioneering area of medical research is still reliant on the old and familiar tropes of healthcare. Yes, stem cells have an almost magical ability to change and regenerate, opening a vast range of possibilities for treating countless illnesses and disorders, …
Two of the most common recovery techniques seem like opposites. One involves applying heat to your aching muscles, the other involves cold. Yet these two common forms of treatment often come together. Which one is more effective depends on the type of pain. Heat therapy could more accurately be called warm therapy. High temperatures can …
We know our bodies and health change as we grow older. Does that mean our recovery times change, too? Has anyone ever actually measured it? Does it matter if you’re well-trained or a novice? Does it apply to all types of exercise? A study was released in January 2022 looking at exactly that (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8822894/). Specifically, …
