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The Benefits of Whole-Body Cryotherapy After a Workout

Q: I’ve heard a lot about cryotherapy. Can this help me recover after a workout? A: If your goal is to simply dull aches and pains after a tough workout, the answer may be yes. But if you’re looking...

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Should You Eat Before or After a Workout?

A well-planned workout begins and ends the same way: with eating the right foods. How you fuel and refuel before and after exercise helps determine the actual fitness-building benefit of the session....

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A Post-Workout Recovery Plan for Healthy Muscle Growth

After a strenuous workout, your body needs some recovery time. But giving muscles a well-deserved break can often feel tougher than maxing out on a lift or adding a mile to a training run. The goal is...

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Should You Try Foam Rolling?

Exercise can lead to sore, achy muscles. But foam rolling can be a useful strategy when it comes to warming up before a workout or cooling down after a sweat session. By using a lightweight...

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How To Stay on Track and Avoid Injury While Cycling

We’ve all been there, caught between the desire to slow down and the need to push through the pain of an intense workout no matter the cost. But if you’re a newbie to spin classes and indoor cycling,...

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Can You Drink Too Many Electrolytes?

Your body needs electrolytes. These amazing substances help your body function in numerous ways. They work to maintain fluid balances. They turn nutrients into energy. They support muscle control and...

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What Is EPOC? (And Why It Matters)

Do you want a bigger bang for your exercise buck? Excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) is one way to get it.   EPOC, often called the “afterburn effect,” is the increased use of oxygen and...

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