Strength training benefits for older adults. Today I sit down with Jim Gallagher, an exercise physiologist and owner of Strength For Life in Springfield PA. We discuss the benefits of resistance training for older adults as well as personal training and our thoughts on the fitness industry and changes we’d like to see moving forward. […]
[Continue reading...]Joe Biden Exercise Tips
Recently, President Joe Biden tripped and fell while walking up the steps to Air Force One. How could this have been prevented? What exercises should he be doing? In this episode, I share my thoughts which may help you too if you struggle with balance and loss of muscle strength. This is episode 89 of […]
[Continue reading...]New Nutrition Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025)
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans are out. In this episode, I discuss the 2020-2025 dietary guidelines and what they mean for you. Which diets are have been officially endorsed by the US government as being healthy? You may be surprised. Why are Americans the most medicated nation on earth? This is episode 86 of […]
[Continue reading...]Free Tai Chi For Veterans With Jessica Lewis
Today I interview Jessica Lewis who is bringing Tai Chi to US veterans. It’s a free benefit in conjunction with the Veterans Administration that any former member of the US military can take advantage of. We discuss the benefits of tai chi and how to sign up to this great program. This is episode 84 […]
[Continue reading...]Can Lasers Regrow Hair? The Proof.
Have you seen ads about how laser helmets and baseball hats can regrow your hair? Do they work? In this video review, I’ll show you the research on low-level wavelength laser regrowth therapy for hair loss. I’ll also show you the before and after pictures of people who’ve used these hats as well as potential […]
[Continue reading...]Rhabdo Interview: Amy’s Story
Amy has run marathons and ultramarathons but her prior exercise didn’t protect her from getting rhabdomyolysis. In this interview, Amy describes the events that caused her 3 bouts with rhabdomyolysis. In addition, we also discuss what happened when she was in the hospital, post rhabdo depression, support groups, and a possible dietary link to rhabdo. […]
[Continue reading...]Confessions of an MLM Network Marketer
Jen Domsic is a massage therapist and fitness coach in NJ who has been involved with several network marketing companies over the years. In this episode, Jen tells about her experiences – the good and not so good – to help you figure out of multi-level marketing is right for you. Jen does not hold […]
[Continue reading...]Fitness Talk With Brian Lange
Brian Lange has an MS in sports psychology and is the former strength coach of the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team. In this week’s episode, we discuss exercise health benefits. Along the way, we talk about fitness certification and what to watch out for when hiring an online personal trainer from social media. We also talk […]
[Continue reading...]Does Mouthwash Cause High Blood Pressure?
Can your mouthwash raise your blood pressure and increase your risk of hypertension? Strange as it sounds, there ARE researchers looking at this and some of the studies say yes. In this video review, I’ll show you the studies and point out the mouthwash ingredients shown to raise your blood pressure. I’ll also give you […]
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