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“Drop and give me 20,” is a popular phrase of strength and sport coaches across America. The push-up has, for a long time, been a symbol of strength and vitality. I recently read a column by Tara Parker-Hope in the

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A stroke is one of the top three killers of Americans each year. For those who survive, many are left with severe disabilities.  The good news is that exercise can help stroke victims recover more quickly. Further, it may counteract some of the…

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The more time you spend at the computer and the less time you spend at the gym, you may notice pain in your neck and/or shoulders. New research suggests that strength training may ease chronic neck and shoulder pain.

This…

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If it hurts to touch a point that’s in the middle of one side of your buttocks, you probably have piriformis syndrome. This chronic condition is very difficult to diagnose, because other injuries may produce exactly the same symptoms. Similar pain…

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The smaller, less noticeable muscles in your shoulders are just as important as the bigger muscles for benching heavy loads or performing the overhead press. The primary purpose of the rotator cuff muscles is to stabilize and support the shoulder. Along with…

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The answer is yes. Well, it doesn’t actually burn fat, but it rather “redirects” fat to the muscles. Research from Washington University School of Medicine shows that the calories in a meal high in fat or sugar are less likely to…

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With the winter cold approaching, many exercisers tend to hibernate from the cold and abandon their usual routine. However, experts say that due to higher metabolic demands on the body, it is almost twice as important to maintain a regular exercise…

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The back is one of the most important, but one of the most neglected parts of the body a guy can train. It is the foundation of a strong, good-looking body. Not only does the back help you produce well-rounded muscles, it…

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One of the questions many men ask themselves, whether their current goal is to lose weight or build muscle, is what they should eat before bed - if anything. Some believe that by eating at night they are only encouraging their bodies…

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Athletes can expect to feel fatigued when their blood sugar levels drop. Researchers at Loughborough University, UK showed that athletes who did not take sugar during soccer competition lasting 90 minutes felt more tired, had less competitive desire, and had far…

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On behalf of Hesfit and the TFS Media Network, I would like to wish all of our readers a happy, safe Thanksgiving. We thank you for all of your support.

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Ever turn on ESPN and watch elite sports such as golf, tennis, or rowing? It looks fairly simple, just a bunch of well-dressed people swinging relatively lightweight instruments without having to run or train at the gym. There is no physical…

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People who have longer lower leg lengths (the distance from knee to ankle) will usually have greater endurance during running or walking than those with shorter lower leg lengths.

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin showed that people…

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Mens Fitness just released this great article about training myths. Their writers explored the truth behind them. Here are the myths they untell:

Lactic acid causes muscle fatigue. It’s safer to lift weights slowly. Light weights…

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One thing that’s always on the mind of any guy going to the gym is how fast he will see results from his program.  No one likes waiting around for progress so generally speaking, the faster the better. Unfortunately fitness is one…

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