We all want to know if and how we can come back to form after injury, illness, or a long hiatus. Muscles adapt in response to the environment: They grow when we put in the work and shrink when we stop. But what if we could help them remember how to grow? As a general…
Touching your toes is a common yardstick for flexibility. It’s a handy method to gauge how supple your hamstrings are and how well your spine can move. And according to mobility coach Roger Frampton, it’s also a useful way to screen for potential kinetic chain issues in the hamstrings and back that could lead to…
Fiji 7s Head Coach Osea Kolinisau has made it clear that fitness and team cohesion matter more than reputation or individual brilliance when it comes to national selection. With the team gearing up for the Sevens World Championship in Los Angeles, Kolinisau says his focus is on building a squad that can last all 14…
Then there’s the concept of training to failure, which is exactly what it sounds like: putting maximum strain on the muscle until you can no longer perform another rep. The thinking is that this fast-tracks muscle growth. Cox says “aiming to push yourself anywhere from 1-3 reps shy of failure seems to be beneficial,” findings…
James Stephen “Jimmy” Donaldson, popularly known as MrBeast in the world of YouTube, surely knows how to keep his audience engaged with his fast-paced and highly engaging videos. The ‘world’s first billionaire YouTuber’ has often talked about his hectic lifestyle and how it comes at the cost of his mental well-being. While Donaldson admits to…
Sleep is arguably the most overlooked tenet of health and fitness there is. It also tends to be the one people are most reluctant to take steps to improve. Those on a health kick will happily compare workout plans, diets, supplements and shiny new recovery tools, pouring time and money into each category. Then they…
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Apr 22, 2025 11:17 AM IST According to a fitness coach, a two-round cardio routine, performed thrice weekly, will effectively burn your face fat and tone your body. Know all about it. Fitness coach Vimal Rajput is a big believer in that walking is an underrated form of exercise that can help you burn…
How Much Protein Do You Need To Build Muscle Image: Unsplash 21 April 2025 Protein isn’t just a fitness trend — it’s crucial for muscle growth and recovery. Image: Unsplash Why Protein Matters: Your muscles naturally break down. Eating enough protein helps rebuild and grow them stronger — especially if you’re lifting weights. Image: Unsplash…
Richard Morgan, a 93-year-old Irishman, has become a living example of what’s possible when you challenge conventional ideas about aging. Once a modest baker, Morgan now stands as a four-time world rowing champion, a remarkable achievement considering he only picked up the sport at the age of 70. His story not only inspires but also…
