Author: fromflabtofit
4 Benefits of Planks, According to Experts
[ad_1] If you thought your days of planking were over when you graduated from high school gym class, you may want to reconsider. This classic move provides several benefits that can keep you healthy today and throughout the years ahead. “Planks are an incredible core exercise,” says Stan Kravchenko, NASM-CPT, a personal trainer and founder…
Fixing BIPOC Underrepresentation in the Fitness Industry
[ad_1] In the six years I’ve spent coaching in the boutique fitness space, I can probably name (from memory) every single Black and Brown person I’ve ever trained. That should let you know there aren’t many. Not to mention, as limited as the number is that I see, there are many studios I’ve attended that…
Examining Biden’s Executive Order on Women’s Health Research
[ad_1] Three men walk into an emergency room. So do three women. Who’s getting the best care? All kinds of factors could come into play here (insurance, socioeconomic status, race, which patient is most emergent). But in general, doctors will often automatically know with more certainty how to treat someone who was assigned male at…
Perimenopause and Constipation: Causes and How to Get Relief
[ad_1] Perimenopause isn’t just marked by days on the calendar until full-blown menopause arrives. It comes with its own host of symptoms, which you’ll likely notice alongside irregular menstrual cycles. Some major ones include hot flashes, poor sleep, and mood swings. But this midlife shift can also majorly affect your gut, as I’ve learned firsthand.…
How To Modify Sun Salutations During Pregnancy
[ad_1] Pregnancy means experiencing constant physiological changes—not only from week to week, but even day to day. While there may certainly be excitement, there are also a lot of unknowns that can make these transitions tough. If you practiced yoga before pregnancy, learning how to modify poses enables you to stay active and continue practicing,…
9 Best Lightweight Running Shoes for Cool and Dry Feet| Well+Good
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Is Alcohol Bad for Your Teeth? The Effect of Drinking on Oral Health
[ad_1] Perhaps you pair your dinner with a glass of vino nightly, wait for the weekend to uncork and unwind, or party hardy with shots every so often. In any case, chances are you’re aware that alcoholic bevs, while fun to imbibe, are not necessarily health-supporting tonics. It can mess up your sleep, freak out…
Throwing Up After Working Out: Why It Happens and If It’s Bad
[ad_1] Maybe you watched, cringing, as someone rushed to the bathroom to hurl in a fitness class—maybe you’ve been that someone. But is throwing up after a workout just a good sign you were working hard? No matter what drove you to nausea mid-burpee, whether an instructor pushed you to go harder or you wanted…
The 4 Best Home Remedies for Sore Gums, According to Dentists
[ad_1] Sore gums are uncomfortable, so if you’re searching for soothing remedies for gum discomfort, that’s totally understandable. Just know that sore gums can often be a sign of an oral health issue like gum disease, so your first line of defense should be a visit to your dentist to address the underlying problem. Sometimes…
6 Benefits of Dancing, According to a Dance Teacher
[ad_1] If you know me, you will know three things: I’m overly ambitious, I’m incredibly stubborn, and the combination of the first two gets me in trouble more than I care to admit. So when I got the chance to run the 2023 Boston Marathon with only 10 weeks to train, I jumped at it—despite…
