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PUMPING IRONY: Old Dog, New Tricks
Life-long learning can certainly be healthy, as long as you can handle the humiliation.
Connecting Acid Blockers & Adult Food Allergies
Emerging research has linked acid blocking drugs with adult-onset food allergies.
The Promise of Integrative Medicine
Disillusioned by decades of disease-focused medicine, more doctors and patients are now shifting their focus to whole-person health. Ancient practices (yoga), alternative therapies (acupuncture), and commonsense strategies (nutritional counseling) are complementing conventional treatments, expanding our notions of healing — and leading the way to greater well-being and vitality.
How to Heal a Frozen Shoulder
The cause of frozen shoulder is a mystery. For millions of Americans, its symptoms are debilitating. Fortunately, the condition can be cured and, in many cases, prevented altogether.
What is the Difference Between Fast-Twitch and Slow-Twitch Muscle Fibers?
Short on speed? Lacking endurance? You may have trained those limitations into your system. With some muscle know-how, you can train ’em out.
How Lack of Sleep Can Affect Your Genes
Researchers have determined that losing just one night of sleep can alter the genes that regulate your metabolism.
Fitness Fix: Weak, Unstable Shoulder Blades
Try these three moves to help strengthen your scapulae.
10 Tips for Making the Most of Your Training Sessions
We asked some top Personal Trainers what they wish more of their clients would do in the name of great fitness outcomes. Here’s what they said.
The Benefits of an Artistic Retreat
In search of inspiration? Artistic retreats can help you break away from daily routines and make delving into your imagination easier — and more productive — than ever.
The Restorative-Yoga Workout
Soothe tight, tired muscles and recharge your body and mind with these yoga-inspired moves.
Is Mold Affecting Your Health?
Learn if mold is messing with your body — and how you can clear up the trouble.
Global Sister: Nisha Moodley
The motivational speaker and blogger shares her thoughts on how we can tap into our internal compass, and how she’s empowering women through Global Sisterhood Day.
Practice, Not Perfection
Focus on the process, rather than your goals, to create a more satisfying life.












