Sub-$100 system uses your dumbbells for cable-machine weight training

While cable machines do allow users to perform a wide variety of weight training exercises, the devices can cost up to several thousand dollars. The $75 Hyperbell Cable system, however, reportedly lets you do those same exercises using your existing du… Continue reading Sub-$100 system uses your dumbbells for cable-machine weight training

Cheaper, highly effective oral ‘Ozempic’ drugs are on the way

The race is on to develop the first daily weight-loss pill that would be both cheaper and less invasive than the current injectable drugs on the market, with the latest strong trial results from US company Terns following similarly positive outcomes fr… Continue reading Cheaper, highly effective oral ‘Ozempic’ drugs are on the way

Night owls shown to have 46% higher chance of developing diabetes

While being a night owl has a certain cachet, a new study shows that staying up into the wee hours can be downright dangerous. The late-night lifestyle was shown to dramatically raise diabetes risk and cause several other health-damaging effects.Contin… Continue reading Night owls shown to have 46% higher chance of developing diabetes

One-button weight changing puts the smart in dumbbells

In the world of fitness, weight training can be an intimidating, confusing and cumbersome way of working out, but studies have proven that even light strength-work can speed up metabolism for weight loss, help stave off muscle deterioration as we age a… Continue reading One-button weight changing puts the smart in dumbbells

Some low-carb diets are better for long-term weight loss, study finds

Researchers have done a deep dive into five low-carbohydrate diets emphasizing different nutrients and their quality to see which eating plans provides better long-term results regarding weight change. Their findings highlight the importance of diet qu… Continue reading Some low-carb diets are better for long-term weight loss, study finds

Overweight men show heightened risk of 17 different cancers

While we often try our best to not live in the past, our biology often has other ideas. Adding to a growing body of evidence that links weight to cancer, researchers have found significantly higher risks for 17 different cancers among men who carried a… Continue reading Overweight men show heightened risk of 17 different cancers

Fat Bear Week has crowned a huge new champion of chonk

In its 10th year, a new heavyweight hero has emerged to claim the title of summer fatty among the hot competition of local brown bears that call Katmai National Park, Alaska, home.Continue ReadingCategory: Biology, ScienceTags: National Parks, Fishing,… Continue reading Fat Bear Week has crowned a huge new champion of chonk

More signs that resistance training protects brain from Alzheimer’s

Studies are increasingly linking the maintenance of muscle with brain health longevity

There’s a growing body of evidence that links muscle makeup to cognitive function, particularly in that it may be key to prolonging brain health as you age.

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