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When it comes to training, progression is essential if you want to sustain fitness for life. However, it is important to realize that there is more to it than the standard concept of progressive overload.In this article, we’ll dive into the different aspects of progress and introduce a new perspective on how to approach it with our clients. THE ESSENCE OF PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD FOR STRENGTH AND OVERFITTINGProgressive overload, a fundamental principle in resistance training, revolves around gradually increasing the training stimulus to challenge the body’s adaptive capacity. By pushing boundaries and introducing new stimuli, we force our clients’ bodies to…
The body’s inability to produce enough insulin or use it effectively often leads to type 2 diabetes (T2D), a chronic disease that affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide. Disease management is vital to avoid negative long-term outcomes such as limb amputation or heart disease. In order to cope with the adverse consequences, it is important that patients have a good knowledge about the daily management of the disease. A team of researchers in Portugal has now assessed how many patients – both those who received insulin therapy and those who did not – have this crucial knowledge about T2D.…
About 10% to 15% of women experience depression during the first year of childbirth. Some of the earliest studies identified depression during pregnancy as a strong predictor of postpartum depression. Other studies have shown that for many women with postpartum depression, depressive symptoms begin during pregnancy and worsen after delivery. A more nuanced understanding of the continuum of depressive symptoms during pregnancy and the postpartum period has important clinical implications and could inform the timing of screening for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. A recent study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis estimating the prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) at…
So we all understand what people mean when they say they feel sexually aroused, right? It means they feel “on”, “horny”, “hot” and so on. It means they feel ready to engage sexually, regardless of whether sexual behavior is imminent by themselves or with others (consensual, of course). Some people maintain these feelings without behaving sexually, called “simmering” by some sexual health experts (Castleman, 2018), and others may use these feelings as a signal to engage sexually. There are infinite variations in how people experience and express their sexual arousal. In general, people perceive the experience of sexual arousal as…
If you haven’t yet read part I of this series, you can do so here. Let’s keep the party going. Today’s content is a bit spicier, hope you enjoy it. The concept of “serving size” doesn’t exist, but it kind of does I wanted to include this principle because so many customers are curious about finding the right “portion size” for their meals and snacks. At some level it is obvious that the amount of food one consumes is a relative concept. If I want to put on 5 pounds of muscle and I need about 3,000 calories a day…
Jump into Fitness: Embrace the extra day with a Special Edition Total Gym Workout! Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES Guess what? We have an extra day this month! That’s right – it’s a leap year! But wait, before you start thinking about what to do with your bonus day, let’s dive into the magic behind this quirky calendar quirk. WHAT IS DIPSETO? Why do we have leap years anyway? Well, it’s all about keeping our calendars in sync with the Earth’s rotations around the sun. You see, it takes about 365.25 days for our planet to complete one full orbit.…
New research from Oregon Health & Science University describes the science behind a promising technique for treating infertility by turning a skin cell into an egg capable of producing viable embryos. Researchers at OHSU have documented in vitro gametogenesis, or IVG, in a mouse model through the preliminary steps of a technique based on transferring the nucleus of a skin cell into a denucleated donated egg. Experimenting on mice, the researchers forced the nucleus of the skin cell to halve its chromosomes so that it could then be fertilized by a sperm cell to create a viable embryo. The study…
February 26, 2024 | Tara Langdale Dealing with vaginal discharge or dyspareunia (painful sex) is a complex and often emotionally taxing experience for many women. It is a condition that can not only affect sexual intimacy and physical health but also the very core of a person’s emotional well-being. To treat vaginosis or other pelvic floor disorders, a safe and patient-centered approach often involves the use of vaginal dilators, a procedure that requires not only physical adaptation but also considerable psychological fortitude. In this post, we will explore how the size of vaginal dilators goes beyond simple physical mechanics, significantly…
Sharing is caring! The innovative Think Dirty app makes clean beauty incredibly simple. No more reading impossible to understand ingredient labels and being green washed by beauty companies that still use toxic ingredients. This app makes cleaning up your beauty routine a snap! It’s never been easier to make an informed decision about what’s happening to your skin!Life just got a whole lot easier for those of us trying to rid our beauty counters of harmful products! This innovative app will become your new best friend. In a nutshell, you scan a product’s barcode or search the database and find…
In a world that is constantly evolving, its celebration International Women’s Day it acquires renewed importance every year. Celebrated on March 8, this day serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made in the fight for gender equality, while also highlighting the work that remains to be done. As we celebrate this occasion in 2024, it is imperative that we reflect on the core principles that drive our collective journey towards an inclusive and just society. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of this journey. They embody the recognition and celebration of the unique characteristics and perspectives that…