physical

We know it’s uncivilized, but many of us turn to vile verbiage when we find ourselves stressed out or in pain. From epic events like childbirth, through to competing in elite sports, the fear of failure during physical challenges can often result in the wrong language. Thankfully, there may be...

Washington, D.C. is a busy city that always has a lot going on. You can drive through any part and see a lot is happening at once, whether it is in politics, sports, business, or the military. Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) hosted a very important happening on Feb 13, 2025. The United...

Two Important Sleep Discoveries A simple tool to get more out of your sleep, in addition to a study that gives peace of mind to people who don't get enough sleep. I suspect most of you never spent a lot of time considering a sleep mask. Me neither. They’re something women named Tallulah...

Whether you have a resolution to improve your work performance, nail that interview for a new job, or a impress everyone at a big meeting , a new study has shown why you should make the time to put some vigorous physical exercise into your overall prep. The effects of working out before work...

Chris Diamantopoulos is one of those greatly committed actors that seems to shape-shift depending on the role at hand. He shredded himself down to 7.1% bodyfat for his role alongside Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot, in the 2021 movie Red Notice, but in his start-turn on...

Col. Julia Wilson loves being active and helping others become more active. The Deputy Director of the Department of Physical Education for West Point plays a pivotal role in the readiness of the young people that walk through their doors, but even after nearly three decades of service to her...

London’s Jermaine Eluemunor grew up with a love of mixing it up in various sports including rugby, but a 2007 game between the NFL’s Miami Dolphins and the New York Giants at Wembley stadium would become a lifechanging event. Eluemunor moved to New Jersey at the age of 14, where he wrestled and...

Aging doesn’t have to be a daunting experience. For many, the thought of growing older comes with fears of health decline, loss of physical abilities, and emotional changes. But what if I told you that embracing travel and outdoor adventures could be your secret weapon against the fears of...

The interconnectedness between physical and mental health has been a subject of interest in the wellness landscape, prompting discussions about the importance of holistic approaches to healthcare. For instance, recent studies have explored the relationship between depression and obesity...

Sometimes, pain can be your friend. Pain can be a helpful reminder when you are moving, letting you know when you are overexerting a muscle, putting too much stress on a joint, or placing too much load on a tendon or ligament. Other times, pain can be more than just a warning to back off on a...

In the midst of America’s wellness revolution, with boutique gyms popping up on every corner and smart wearables tracking our every move, there’s a fitness foundation being neglected: foot health. As we lift more weight and clock more miles onto our bodies, it’s time to zoom in on the underrated...

You’ve probably already noticed that age really is just a number, but while it’s simply not possible to permanently hold back the hands of time, we can all observe that some people age better than others. According to recent research, sticking it to Father Time is all about motivation when it...

The dreaded hamstring strain usually strikes at the worst time. Personally, I’ve lost count of the number of times my hamstrings have told me, “Not today.” It wasn’t too long ago when I strained my hamstring jumping into a pool with my sons. It can happen at any time, and for me, embarrassingly...

57% of millennials engage in high-intensity activities, while only 47% of Generation X and 35% of Baby Boomers do the same. One-third of millennials are willing to spend extra money on personal training experiences. According to a survey, 80% of American Millennials perceive their health as...

The past few years have taken a toll on the mental health of millions around the world. Whether it’s dealing with pandemic fallout or fears of a recession, stress and anxiety seem especially high these days. With that increase in worry, individuals are searching for help. People spend millions...

Some people are born with flexibility while others have to work for it. And no matter what category you fall under, gaining a greater range of motion, both in muscles and joints, takes persistence and time. Stretching plays an important role in keeping the body flexible and has even been known...

By Aadam | Last Updated: September 17th, 2023 In a world filled with fitness trackers and step-counting apps, the magic number of 10,000 steps per day is firmly lodged in all our psyches. But you probably don’t need to dedicate your life to walking to live a longer, healthier life. I’ve...

What's the most important life lesson you can learn in the gym or from lifting weights? Charles Staley – Strength Coach TRAINING TEACHES US THAT THERE'S A DIRECT, UNMISTAKABLE CAUSAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HARD WORK AND REWARD. You work hard and good things happen. You don't work hard, and good...

Everyone so obsessed with defining what it means to be "fit." Honestly, I think this pursuit is a huge, steaming pile of horse crap. Most fitness standards are arbitrary. "If you can't do 20 pull-ups you're not fit!" Oh really? I'm going to run 50k trail races on back-to-back weekends and I...

“For this study, the research team tested how injections of MOTS-c affected mice of different ages by measuring physical capacity and performance in young (2 months), middle-aged (12 months), and old (22 months) mice. When the mice were presented with physical challenges — including maintaining...