Lauren Bedosky
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How Does Creatine Support Muscle Health?
Creatine, a type of amino acid, is essential for muscle health. Discover top food sources and when a supplement may be necessary.
How Does Potassium Support Muscle Health?
Potassium, an electrolyte, helps maintain a healthy balance of fluids in our muscle cells.
How Do Probiotics and Prebiotics Support Muscle Health?
Learn how probiotics and prebiotics maintain a balanced gut microbiome, which supports your muscle health.
What to Eat for Strong Muscles
You need protein and more to get and stay strong. These essential nutrients can support your muscles now and for the long haul.
A Nasal Breathing Strength-and-Conditioning Workout
Learn how to harness the power of nasal diaphragmatic breathing with this body-weight strength-and-conditioning flow.
Enhance Your Running Performance With Nasal Breathing
Nasal breathing is an efficient way to circulate oxygen through your body during a run. Master the technique with these three expert tips.
The Female-Athlete Research Gap
A Q&A with health journalist Christine Yu on the lack of research on female athletes.
How Can I Become a Morning-Workout Person?
Rise and shine! Explore these six tips to help you work out in the mornings.
How Does Exercise Influence Your Cortisol Levels?
Does the stress of working out help or harm regulation of this critical hormone? Read on to learn more.
10 Common Causes of Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction
Pregnancy and childbirth are common causes of pelvic-floor dysfunction, but so are stress, surgery, and even bicycling. Here are some other causes.
The 5 S’s of Pelvic-Floor Function
The “Five S’s” is a mnemonic encompassing the five major functions of the pelvic floor. Here’s what they are.
What Are Some Common Symptoms of Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction?
Pelvic-floor tightness and pelvic-floor weakness are the two main categories of pelvic-floor dysfunction. Here’s why.
3 Strategies for Improving Pelvic-Floor Health
Learn about diaphragmatic breathing, exercises for strength and flexibility, and when to seek professional support to address pelvic-floor issues.
The Basic Anatomy of Your Pelvis
An overview of the bones and muscles that make up the pelvic floor.
6 Exercises to Support Your Pelvic Floor
Use this expertly designed routine of stretches and strengthening exercises for a strong and mobile pelvic floor.
Your Fit and Functional Pelvic Floor
Pelvic-floor health is an important, yet often overlooked, component of overall well-being. Discover how to keep this group of muscles strong and healthy.
A Push and Pull Workout for Full-Body Strength
Build balanced, full-body strength with this four-part push-pull workout routine.
The Importance of Maintaining Mobility as You Age
Mobility is a critical component of aging well. Experts explain how to maintain it for the long haul.
What’s Your Enneagram Fitness Personality?
Harness your personality’s basic instincts to build a sustainable, effective exercise routine you’ll love.
6 Exercises for Shoulder Pain
Performing this combination of strength and mobility exercises will help ease shoulder pain, make everyday tasks easier, and even improve athletic performance.
Exercises for Shoulder Pain: Keeping Your Shoulders Mobile and Strong
Increasing mobility and strength in your shoulders can eliminate pain, improve athletic performance, and enhance your overall quality of life.