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Run Clean: Fitness + the Environment

At the College of Exercise Science, we have a mission of creating a stronger, healthier world. ‘Health’ is a spectrum that includes physical, emotional, cognitive, fiscal, social, and environmental he

High-intensity intermittent “5–10–15” running reduces body fat, and increases lean body mass, bone mineral density, and performance in untrained subjects

In our instant results Google search culture of today, so many are looking for instant fast answers and results in all aspects of their lives including health and wellness. A recent study conducted by

Why am I getting headaches during my workouts?

Oh my aching head! Many individuals who exercise have exertional headaches. Recent studies have delineated a clear-cut exertionial headache syndrome: Straining or a Valsalva-type maneuver precipitates

Is it Possible to Be Fit and Fat?

Regular physical activity improves metabolic health, even in the face of excess fat. Fit but fat people are metabolically healthier than thinner people who don’t exercise. Measures of poor metabolic h

Acetaminophen for more than just pain relief

Almost all of us at one time or another have used Tylenol, Midol, etc. to combat pain or maybe even muscle soreness. While Acetaminophen is commonly used for pain relief, emerging evidence suggests th

Crunches When Pregnant?

Clients who are pregnant should NOT be in a supine position for more than 5 minutes.

GMCT Shows Promise in Improving Muscle Strength and Endurance Performance

With the US supplements market valued at over $100 billion, it is no wonder that manufacturers are on the lookout for the next big thing. A new study suggests that perhaps the next big thing might be

Power Packed Polyphenol Montmorency cherries

As fitness enthusiast constantly looking for practical, natural and non-pharmacological ways to enhance our performance, the benefits of fruit derived polyphenol supplementation may prove promising. T

Vitamin D deficiency may contribute to the development of muscle atrophy.

Getting your daily dose of Vitamin D through direct sunlight exposure is well known. But how does vitamin D contribute to your training goals?

Reduced-Exertion High-Intensity Interval Training promising protocol for those with Type 2 diabetes?

The reasons for poor exercise adherence are numerous and complex, but a perceived lack of time is consistently reported as one of the main barriers in people with type 2 diabetes. In response to this,