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NAVIGATING SHIFT WORK: THE HEALTH RISKS AND MITIGATING STRATEGIES
Shift work, an essential part of modern society, bears significant health implications. These concerns chiefly revolve around disruptions...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 16, 20242 min read


NAVIGATING SHIFT WORK: THE HEALTH RISKS AND MITIGATING STRATEGIES
Shift work, an essential part of modern society, bears significant health implications. These concerns chiefly revolve around disruptions...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 15, 20242 min read


NAVIGATING FITNESS IDEALS: WHEN YOUR PARTNER ISN’T ON THE SAME HEALTH AND FITNESS PATH AS YOU
Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle can be a challenging endeavor. The journey becomes even more complex when your partner or...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 13, 20243 min read


HOME GYM ESSENTIALS: INVESTING IN YOUR HEALTH
In an age where convenience is king and schedules are more hectic than ever, the concept of a home gym has taken on new appeal. It's an...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 9, 20244 min read


DO I NEED TO DO CARDIO TO BURN FAT? – PART 2: LOW-INTENSITY VS. HIGH-INTENSITY CARDIO FOR FAT LOSS
Now that we’ve debunked the myth that cardio is the exclusive route to fat loss, let’s explore another popular fitness quandary: the...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 7, 20243 min read


DO I NEED TO DO CARDIO TO BURN FAT? – PART 1
A common misconception exists that cardio is the ultimate key to shedding those unwanted pounds. Many of us have spent countless hours on...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 5, 20243 min read


BRAIN PLASTICITY AND LIFELONG LEARNING: THE NEUROSCIENCE OF ACQUIRING NEW SKILLS
Brain plasticity, often referred to as neuroplasticity, is the fascinating ability of the brain to change and adapt throughout a person's...

Sara Sutherland
Jun 4, 20243 min read


CULTIVATING A MORNING ROUTINE FOR SUCCESS: THE PATH TO A MORE PRODUCTIVE DAY
Ask any successful person about their daily routine, and it's almost guaranteed that they will have one thing in common - a...

Sara Sutherland
May 31, 20243 min read


BOOSTING METABOLISM AFTER 40: EXERCISE AND NUTRITION STRATEGIES
As we age, our bodies naturally undergo changes that can slow down our metabolism. This metabolic slowdown can lead to weight gain and...

Sara Sutherland
May 22, 20243 min read


YOGA FOR POST-PREGNANCY: RESTORING STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY
Pregnancy and childbirth are transformative experiences that drastically change a woman's body. One way to help restore strength and...

Sara Sutherland
May 19, 20243 min read


VEGAN BODYBUILDING: A GUIDE TO BUILD MUSCLE ON A PLANT-BASED DIET
Bodybuilding and plant-based diets may seem incompatible at first glance. Traditional bodybuilding diets often revolve around...

Sara Sutherland
May 17, 20243 min read


UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE OF DELAYED ONSET MUSCLE SORENESS (DOMS)
If you've ever experienced muscle stiffness and soreness a day or two after an intense workout, you've likely experienced delayed onset...

Sara Sutherland
May 15, 20243 min read


UNDERSTANDING EXERCISE: INDUCED ASTHMA PRECAUTIONS AND WORKOUT ADJUSTMENTS
Exercise is a vital part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, for individuals with exercise-induced asthma, physical exertion can...

Sara Sutherland
May 13, 20242 min read


THE ROLE OF ANTIOXIDANTS IN EXERCISE: WHAT THE SCIENCE SAYS
When we exercise, our bodies undergo a range of physiological processes. One of these is the production of free radicals, unstable...

Sara Sutherland
May 11, 20243 min read


THE PROS AND CONS OF FITNESS TRACKERS: ARE THEY WORTH THE INVESTMENT
In an era where technology is ingrained in nearly every facet of our lives, fitness is no exception. With the rise of wearable...

Sara Sutherland
May 9, 20244 min read


OVERCOMING PLATEAUS IN STRENGTH TRAINING: TIPS AND TECHNIQUES
Strength training, while rewarding, can be a challenging journey. It's a path filled with victories and personal records but also periods...

Sara Sutherland
May 7, 20243 min read


BREAKING DOWN THE SCIENCE OF MUSCLE HYPERTROPHY
Muscle hypertrophy, the increase in muscle size, fascinates many people, particularly those passionate about fitness, strength training,...

Sara Sutherland
May 3, 20243 min read


THE SCIENCE BEHIND HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (HIIT): HOW IT BOOST FITNESS AND BURNS FAT
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has become increasingly popular in recent years as a time-efficient and effective way to improve...

Sara Sutherland
Apr 28, 20243 min read


EXERCISE FOR MENTAL HEALTH: THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING
In today's fast-paced world, mental health has become a crucial aspect of overall well-being. With increasing awareness about mental...

Sara Sutherland
Apr 27, 20243 min read


IMPORTANCE OF MOBILITY TRAINING: TECHNIQUES & EXERCISES FOR IMPROVED FLEXIBILITY & INJURY PREVENTION
Mobility training is a crucial component of a well-rounded fitness routine, as it improves flexibility, prevents injuries, and enhances...

Sara Sutherland
Apr 26, 20244 min read
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