Have you ever wondered about curious things that happen with astronauts in space? They lose muscle. LOTS of muscle... FAST. Why? Because in space there is no gravity to trigger muscle contraction. Your body doesn't receive a signal that tells it to use muscle. The EXACT same thing happens as we get older. Around the age of 30, your muscle morphs into fat at about 1 pound ... Continue Reading
Top 10 Fitness Myths Exposed
If your workout buddy says sit-ups help tone your tummy and get rid of the spare tire, she must know, right? Well, maybe not. Your friend's top workout moves could lead to injuries, not a loss of inches from your waistline. "People create beliefs based on partial truths and pass them on as law," says Dallas-based ACE-certified personal trainer and exercise specialist ... Continue Reading