Health And Wellness
How Old Is too Old to Strength Train?
The average life expectancy in America is about 79. Some view our 60s and beyond as our "golden years," while to others, it's more of a slippery slope. If you [...]
Are Herbal Tea Health Claims Legit?
Take a stroll down the herbal tea aisle, and you might swear you’ve stumbled upon the secret to eternal life. Nowadays, there’s an herbal tea for everything. Stress relief. Respiratory [...]
How to Stay Fit and Athletic During the Holidays
How to Maintain Athleticism During the Holidays The holiday season can present athletes with a unique set of challenges and obstacles, which can disrupt...
Why Kids Need to Roughhouse
Kids have always loved roughhousing. Boisterous, physical play is ingrained in their DNA, and when you get two or more kids around each other for long enough, horseplay's bound to [...]
Like a Lifeguard on the Beach: How Parents Should Watch Their Kids Play
Play isn’t just fun and games. It’s a critical part of the human experience that builds certain physical, mental and relational skills we’ll draw from for the rest of our [...]
How America Killed Play—and What We Can Do to Bring it Back
In our last piece from our interview with play expert Dr. Peter Gray, we outlined the five criteria of play. For an activity to truly be considered play, it must: [...]
Pinch: Finally, a Better Fiber Supplement for the Masses
Fiber. It’s a critical component of a healthy diet, yet the average American eats far too little of it. According to the National Institutes of Health, teens and adults should [...]
3 Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Body’s Internal Clock (And Why It’s Making You Feel Terrible)
The human body is a marvel. Every day, it goes through a stunning number of invisible functions and processes in an effort to keep you functioning at optimal levels. These [...]
Do Power Naps Actually Work?
For most people, the word “nap” conjures images of drowsy toddlers and sleepy seniors.
Why You Should Measure Your Body Fat with a DEXA Body Scan
Often in the fitness industry body fat percentages are often underestimated. Many times this is due to inaccuracy of the testing devices such as hand...