As runners, we know we need to train strength if we want to prevent injuries and see our times drop, but fitting it into our weekly schedule is not always easy. This workout combines some speed work and strength training into one fun session to help you get fitter, faster and stronger, and is a … Read more
In the US, we are fortunate to have an incredible variety of fruits that fill our grocery stores year-round. They come in all sizes, shapes, and colors, and we’ve all heard of the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. So what are we eating them for? And how does the nutritional value … Read more
A Halifax man who has battled mental illness and homelessness says there needs to be another option besides jail. Collins Ellison, 28, has suffered from schizophrenia for most of his adult life. He has been in and out of prison since 2017. Ellison, who is African from Nova Scotia, asked to speak to the Halifax … Read more
With the weather still very nice and some restrictions eased, this is probably the best time to go beyond training and play sports to keep your lifestyle active, fun and interesting. A 1993 study published in the Sports Behavior Magazine compared differences in motivation for sport and exercise. The researchers found that people who play … Read more
TOAnytime you feel a cold coming on, you’ll most likely increase your intake of vitamin C, immediately. Bring the orange juice! While is true that vitamin C may help support the immune system, is not all that the nutrient is for. Like Beyonce, she’s a multi-hyphenated multitasker. In addition to immunity, vitamin C is known … Read more
Minds United for Health Sciences and Humanity, an NGO also known as the Minds United Trust, has instituted an award for original research on women’s health by graduate students in obstetrics and gynecology. In a statement here, Minds United Trust, Mysuru, said the recent death of a relative of a senior politician had drawn attention … Read more
BODYBUILDERS are being invited to participate in a competition later this year. The International Bodybuilding and Fitness Association UK (IBFA UK) has announced that it will accept entrants for its Northern Qualifiers on Sunday 24th April in Gateshead and on 29th May at the Carnegie Theater in workington. The qualifiers are for the main competition … Read more
For Special to The Seattle Times on nutrition Plant-based milk alternatives, also known as non-dairy “milks,” are everywhere. Should you swap them for the cow’s milk in your shopping cart or in your morning latte? It depends. Some people choose milk alternatives because they don’t eat animal foods or because they have a milk allergy … Read more