May 17, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
Pilates and yoga were the most popular workouts in the United States in 2023, according to ClassPass, a platform for the wellness industry. Stretching has plenty of benefits – it can boost flexibility, reduce injury risk and improve posture.
May 1, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
Finding the motivation to start and sustain an exercise regimen can be a challenge. New research from the University of Pennsylvania suggests that daily incentives can help people maintain an exercise routine. But some psychologists say intrinsic inspiration is more likely to result in a sustained commitment.
April 19, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
Regular exercise is one of the best ways to improve your sleep, according to a study in BMJ Open. People who exercised at least twice a week for a total of an hour were less likely to have insomnia symptoms or trouble falling asleep. They also were more likely to get a full night's sleep. And, of course, exercise offers many other health benefits.
April 5, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
Researchers examining the best ways to reduce anger found that venting through physical activities – including running – actually makes anger worse. But past studies suggest running can reduce anxiety and help people with depression.
March 22, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
You can't exercise your way around bad nutritional habits. Drinking a soda each day increases the risk of cardiovascular disease – regardless of physical activity levels. Even if people meet U.S. exercise guidelines, their risk for heart disease jumps 21% if they drink at least two sugary sweetened beverages a day.
March 7, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
The benefits of behavior change are getting increased attention as chronic illnesses like obesity and type 2 diabetes increase among Americans. But building healthy habits, including eating healthy and exercising, are hard. But it's not impossible.
February 23, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
The federal 2025 dietary guidelines are expected to include recommendations about ultra-processed foods for the first time. Ultra-processed foods contain a patchwork of ingredients, additives and preservatives designed to add flavor and a longer shelf life, including fats, starches, sugars, salts and hydrogenated oils. They have been linked to cancer, heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
February 9, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
A long lifespan is great, but more attention is being given to healthspan, the period of life spent in good health, free from the chronic diseases and disabilities of aging. The best way to increase one's healthspan is through lifestyle changes like healthy eating, physical activity and preventative health care.
January 26, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
Most people give up on their New Year's resolutions within a few weeks or months. But there are ways to build sustainable habits. Experts recommend setting achievable goals, sharing them with loved ones and rewarding yourself. Creativity and flexibility go a long way, too.
January 12, 2024
Men's Health
by
Louis Bezich
Many men are reluctant to seek out medical care, but preventive care can be lifesaving. Health experts recommend that men should receive regular physical examinations. Yet, masculine norms remain a huge impediment to men getting the care they need. Other men avoid their doctors because they fear discovering a problem.