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08/11/2019
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By Zoey Sky
A few minutes of resistance training is all you need to lower your risk of CVD and diabetes
Physical exercise is necessary for your overall health. According to a study, regular resistance training helps lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). A related study also suggests that having moderate muscle strength lowers Type 2 diabetes risk. The two studies evaluated data from the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study conducted at the Cooper Clinic in […]
07/21/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Resistance training: Prevent type 2 diabetes by building more muscle
Resistance training is not only for people who want to build muscles. New research shows that this type of exercise helps prevent Type 2 diabetes, particularly in high-risk people. Researchers from China and the U.S. looked at the long-term effects of aerobic training, resistance training, and a combination of both on the prevention of Type 2 […]
03/18/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Lifting weights for about an hour a week lowers your risk of heart attack by up to 70%
When it comes to exercise, strength training is often associated with better bone health, whereas aerobic (also called cardio) exercise is linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. However, weightlifting can help “reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke,” says a study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and […]
03/11/2019
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By Mary Miller
Survival strength: Here’s why every prepper needs to be physically fit before SHTF
An often neglected aspect of prepping is physical fitness. It is crucial for improving your chances of survival when SHTF. Even if it weren’t, taking good care of your body can improve your overall quality of life. In a survival scenario, being physically active can allow you to better engage in manual labor when the […]
02/13/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Resistance training for just one hour a week dramatically reduces your risk of a heart attack
Resistance training, also known as strength training or weight training, offers more than just muscle-building benefits. This type of exercise can also keep your heart healthy. A study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise found that doing resistance training for about an hour each week could cut your heart attack […]
02/03/2019
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By Mary Miller
Why physical fitness is crucial for survival (and why all preppers need to take good care of their bodies)
Many preppers often underestimate the importance of physical fitness when SHTF. You can learn all there is to know about self-defense techniques or bugging out, but if you can’t defend yourself in an actual fight or even carry your bug out bag for several miles, then all your accumulated knowledge will have been for nothing. In […]
01/30/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Mangosteen and Indian bay leaf may help promote muscle strength
A recent study has suggested that supplementing with mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) and Indian bay leaf (Cinnamomum tamala) may enhance muscle strength. Using both an animal model and a clinical trial on adult human males, researchers from India examined the effects of the plant extracts on muscle strength and endurance. Earlier studies have linked the nitrate content […]
12/20/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Strength training improves brain power, recent studies show
Did you know that strength training benefits more than just physical health? Many studies have shown that strength training can improve brain health, especially in older adults. Strength training is widely known for its benefits on the physical body; it can build and maintain muscle mass and strength, even in older adults. In recent years, […]
12/15/2018
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By Mary Miller
Physical fitness is an essential part of survival
Physical fitness is an underrated aspect of prepping. You can stockpile all the food and medicine you want, but a sedentary lifestyle won’t adequately prepare you for reality when SHTF. If you haven’t been living a physically active lifestyle, then there’s no better time to start than the present. Physical fitness will greatly benefit you in […]
11/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
How exercise can lessen the symptoms of menopause
Postmenopausal women are more vulnerable to different health problems because their hormone levels are decreasing. Menopause causes mood changes, a slower metabolism, and increasing the risk of certain injuries and other conditions that increase with age. Fortunately, there are many ways to still be healthy despite the reduction of hormone levels. One of these ways […]
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