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Not sure this is for real but it appears that today is bitchy (:p) Ozzy's birthday :angel2: Happy Birthday Oz

Engaging in short, explosive leg contractions is the most effective way of strengthening muscles, Loughborough research reveals. The study, led by Dr Jonathan Folland, Reader in Human Performance and Neuromuscular Physiology at Loughborough University, is the first to directly compare short...

The ITBS is a real bitch and I have an Axhilles tendonitis that refuses to heal. I'm pissed!

Wishing you all a Happy Easter :frogjump:

A lingering injury. I've had it for over a year now, I'm constantly in pain but that never stopped me from working out. I just got back from physio. She wants me to see an osteopath and I have to stretch at least twice a day, in the morning and at night and also after each workout. She also...

Do you guys do a deloading week from time to time? Here an article about it. For the most part, lifting heavy is is the way to go. Most people don't challenge themselves enough in the weight room and consequently, don't see the results they are looking for. The body responds best to change and...

I think of going back to a 3-day split (Mon-Wed-Fri). I need workouts that don't exceed 30 minutes (I always do all the exercises back to back). Any ideas?

Have a great week-end all :)

Most people who purchase protein powder most likely in do not stop to think about just how much of the powder is really protein. Protein powders could be produced of many sources which includes milk, casein, whey, egg, soy or possibly a combination of those. The powder that's within the package...

Do popular sporting events -- the Olympics, the World Series, the Superbowl -- inspire you to get fit and build your strength and stamina? Go for it! Just don't look for a quick fix in an athletic supplement bottle. "Athletic supplements are not nearly as helpful as people imagine," says Dave...

Naproxen ? the key ingredient in Aleve and dozens of other generic pain pills ? may have a lower risk of heart attack and stroke than rival medications like ibuprofen, according to an FDA review. WASHINGTON ? Federal health officials say the pain reliever in Aleve may be safer on the heart than...

Exercise can be as effective as many frequently prescribed drugs in treating some of the leading causes of death, according to a new report. The study raises important questions about whether our health care system focuses too much on medications and too little on activity to combat physical...

Junk food not only hurts your health but also your memory, according to a new study. The study by Margaret Morris, the head of pharmacology at the University of NSW, has found that eating a diet loaded with saturated fat and sugar may have an immediate effect on the brain's cognitive ability...

I wish you all a Happy and Safe Turkey Day :anana:

Researchers at University College London found a direct link between major health problems like heart disease, strokes and diabetes, and exercise done People who keep fit in their 60s are seven times less likely to get ill. A study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, tracked...

Pill-free fixes for your case of the sniffles While getting enough sleep, eating a balanced diet low in sugar and processed foods, and getting regular exercise can help keep your immunity boosted throughout the year; sometimes we need a little help?especially during cold and flu season. These...

Thinking of making love? Good. Go ahead, as sex not only gives you the pleasure but also helps you relieve stress, sleep well and burn calories. Let us take you through some of the great health reasons... -Improves cardiovascular health Having sex more than twice a week decreases heart...

A study of almost 400 former elite male athletes shows that former status as an elite athlete reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in later life by 28%. The research appears in Diabetologia, the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), and is by Dr Merja...

A moderate consumption of chocolate may have a positive effect on your body fat, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Granada in Spain have discovered that in European adolescents, body fat levels tend to be inversely proportional to chocolate consumption. A survey...

Get Drunk Without Alcohol: Pill Developed By Scientists Offers Hangover-Free Intoxication (Reuters) Scientists in the U.K. have developed a pill that gets you drunk without drinking alcohol, and then prevents any side effects, including hangovers and addiction. Looking to enjoy a night on the...