The four-second workout
Short, intense workouts aren’t a new fitness trend — high-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been performed and studied for decades, while the Tabata…
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Protect your heart health with a dog
If you’d like to live longer, consider getting a dog. According to CNN, a meta-analysis of more than four million people in the U.S., Canada, Scandinavia,…
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Reduce your cancer risk Women have options to reduce of risk of ovarian cancer through lifestyle and awareness. According to the National Institutes of…
Try resistance bands for strength
Stronger, leaner and healthier — according to the experts at the Mayo Clinic, regular strength training can provide all of those benefits. And if heading…
New Alzheimer’s drug adjustments
Biogen has updated its prescribing guidelines for its controversial Alzheimer’s drug. The updated guidelines for the drug Aduhelm say the drug should be…
When walking hurts
Maybe you’re just starting a walking routine or you’re a walking veteran with years of brisk daily walks under your belt. Either way, it’s no fun when…
Got ear buds? Beware of hearing loss
They’re small, they’re discreet and just about everybody uses them these days. Ear buds are a ubiquitous accessory, but users should be cautious –…
Health Briefs
Fitness trackers may help with weight loss goals If you’re trying to drop some weight, a fitness tracker might boost your chances of success. According to…
Fat fights fitness, researchers say
Are you overweight, but still engage in regular exercise? Even though you’re physically active, those extra pounds might still be detrimental to your…
How to treat a sunburn
If you missed a spot with sunscreen or forgot it entirely, you may have to cope with a sunburn at the end of your pool or beach day. Once you notice a…