Fitness watch: You don’t necessarily need to feel sore in the hours or days after exercise

Fitness watch: You don’t necessarily need to feel sore in the hours or days after exercise

“No pain, no gain” is a commonly used expression when it comes to getting in shape. It may also be why many of us think you need to feel sore after a workout to know you’ve done enough. There are many reasons why muscles can ache after a workout. But contrary to popular belief, you … Read more

What a Harvard-trained sports medicine doctor does when she doesn’t feel like exercising: ‘It’s better than nothing’

What a Harvard-trained sports medicine doctor does when she doesn’t feel like exercising: ‘It’s better than nothing’

If you hate exercising, You’re not alone. even as a sports medicine doctor and fitness advocate, I understand why living a more active lifestyle can be challenging, especially with our hectic schedules. But prioritizing daily movement is one of the best things you can do to improve your health and quality of life. Regular exercise … Read more

A Harvard nutritionist shares the 6 best brain foods: ‘Most people aren’t eating enough of’ these’

A Harvard nutritionist shares the 6 best brain foods: ‘Most people aren’t eating enough of’ these’

Like the intricate relationship between the gut and the brain, diet and mental health are inextricably linked, and the connection between them goes both ways: one lack of good dietary options leads to an increase in mental health problems, and mental health problems in turn lead to poor eating habits. When people find out that … Read more

Fitness watch: Here’s what the science says about low-carb diets

Fitness watch: Here’s what the science says about low-carb diets

In the 1970s, low-carb diets were all the rage. the Book The Dietary Revolution of Dr. Atkin claimed that carbohydrate restriction was a “High calorie way to stay slim forever.”. Carbohydrates are found in breads, cereals, and other grains, fruits, vegetables, and milk. they are also in ultraprocessed fast foods, cakes, chips and soft drinks. … Read more