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Air walkers offer a low-impact alternative to other forms of aerobic exercise Image Credit: richiesd/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve wandered through a thrift store or maybe the land of late-night infomercials and found yourself facing an X- or A-shaped frame with two independently swinging pedals attached, congratulations: You’ve sighted an example of the relatively rare “air walker” family of exercise machines. Essentially a poor man’s elliptical trainer, these machines were marketed as a solution for very low-impact cardio workouts, and they do deliver....

Water is the ideal intermittent fasting beverage choice. Image Credit: seb_ra/iStock/GettyImages You might already know that you can’t eat anything during certain times of your fasting diet. But what’s less clear is what you can drink when doing intermittent fasting. Advertisement Although you have to completely abstain from food during your fasting window, there are several beverage options that won't break your fast. Here's what you can drink while fasting, along with the beverages to avoid and tips to get your intermittent fasting diet started....

If your toes hurt while planking, play around with your body position to distribute your weight differently. Image Credit: SrdjanPav/E+/GettyImages Planks are an effective and easy way to develop core strength, but for some people, they’re taxing on the toes. Sometimes, that’s due to poor mobility of the joints; other times, it’s improper form or a pre-existing injury, according to Pilates instructor, Grace Albin. Advertisement If your toes hurt while planking, we've rounded up some tips fore sore toes when planking from fitness experts on how to keep them pain-free....

Make sure to check your blood sugar level. Image Credit: Charday Penn/E+/GettyImages When humans eat carbohydrates, the body converts them to sugar. The sugar fuels every cell in the human body, but it’s important that sugar levels be neither too high nor too low. Low blood sugar, called hypoglycemia, can cause brain damage and even shock. High blood sugar, known as hyperglycemia, is another matter. Advertisement About Blood Glucose When you consume carbohydrates, the starches are digested in the small intestine....

Unlike women in their 20s, women in their 30s have to contend with a changing body, making weight loss and even weight maintenance more challenging. As a woman ages, she needs fewer calories to sustain her as metabolism naturally slows and she begins to lose lean muscle. For a 35-year-old woman, workout plans need to focus on building muscle all over, in addition to cardio exercise. Mix-Up Your Workout Week Workout plans for women at age 35 need to include two strength-training sessions each week, with at least 48 hours between sessions for your muscles to recuperate....

Like muscle, bones respond to exercise by getting stronger. Image Credit: pixelfit/E+/GettyImages You probably know that calcium and vitamin D are the top two ingredients for a strong, sturdy skeleton. But beyond getting enough of these nutrients in your diet, are there steps you can be taking to increase your bone density? Advertisement The answer's a definite yes. Calcium might be the main building block of healthy bones, and vitamin D is vital for helping the mineral get absorbed....

A bowl of tomato soup and fresh herbs. Image Credit: FikMik/iStock/Getty Images Eating just soup for lunch is a convenient way to cut calories for weight loss. A weight loss program should include a balanced diet and regular exercise – and soup can provide a nutritious and potentially low-calorie lunch. Foods with low energy-density, meaning relatively few calories for the amount of food, help fill you up and promote weight loss, according to the Centers for Diseased Control and Prevention....

Cornbread and corn muffins can easily be made sweeter and moister. Image Credit: JannHuizenga/iStock/GettyImages A moist honey cornbread recipe is easy to bake from scratch, but if you’re pressed for time, a purchased mix can taste almost like homemade. If you incorporate a few additions like sour cream, extra honey or corn kernels, even the most basic box can become something a little more special. Advertisement Tip How to Make Cornbread Sweet and Moist To the recipe on the Jiffy cornbread box, you can add 2 tablespoons of honey, 1/2 cup of whole milk, 1/2 cup of sour cream and 1/4 cup of vegetable oil before baking....

Reheating Chinese food using the wrong method may leave you with rubbery meat and dry rice. Image Credit: AnnaPustynnikova/iStock/GettyImages Thanks to the generous portions, your Chinese takeout often means you get more than one meal. But reheating Chinese food using the wrong method may leave you with rubbery meat and dry rice. Depending on the dish, you may get good results if you reheat Chinese in the oven. Advertisement Reheat Chinese in the Oven According to a December 2013 review published in Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, Americans love Chinese food because it consistently tastes good and the large portions make it a great value....

Cyclocross riders racing. Image Credit: Jeff Edes/iStock/Getty Images Cyclocross bikes are designed for versatile terrain. When purchasing one, the correct fit is imperative. An ill-fitting cyclocross bike is uncomfortable and can cause back pain. When sizing a cyclocross bike, the two things to consider are frame size and saddle height. The frame is the primary component of the bike and the saddle refers to the seat. A proper frame allows you to stretch your legs out so that you can pedal, while the proper saddle height allows you to stretch out and reach the handlebars comfortably....

Muay thai is a full-body workout that sharpens your self-defense skills. Image Credit: Tom Werner/DigitalVision/GettyImages If you’re wondering if muay thai is a good workout, you probably haven’t tried the martial art yet — because the answer is a very loud, undeniable “yes.” The national sport of Thailand is also known as the “art of eight limbs,” since you can strike using your fists, elbows, shins and knees (four x two = eight limbs)....

Start your morning with a bowl of mashmallow cereal. Image Credit: pamela_d_mcadams/iStock/Getty Images Lucky Charms, an oat-based cereal with firm marshmallow pieces, may be magically delicious— as the leprechaun in the iconic commercials claims — but it is also quite nutritious. General Mills introduced this cereal in the 1960s, and since the federal government mandated the vitamin and mineral enrichment of flour in 1941, Lucky Charms has always been a good source of vitamins and minerals....

Exercise helps keep your back healthy and strong. Image Credit: dangrytsku/iStock/GettyImages The lumbar spine, also known as your low back, is made up of vertebrae starting from the L1 vertebra to the L5. The vertebrae are small bones that make up your entire spine. These small bones are connected and create a canal that encases and protects the spinal cord. Advertisement The spine is made up of sections — the cervical spine, the thoracic spine and the lumbar spine, then the sacrum and coccyx bones....

Avocado sushi rolls are full of beneficial nutrients, but they should be eaten in moderation to avoid too much sodium in your diet. Image Credit: zoranm/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Avocado Roll Nutrition Avocado Roll Calories and Macros California Roll Nutrition California Roll Calories and Macros Salmon Avocado Roll Nutrition Salmon Avocado Roll Calories and Macros Sushi Benefits When the sushi craving hits, an avocado roll is a nutritious choice. A sushi roll made with avocado such as a plain avocado roll, salmon avocado roll or a California roll will provide healthy, monounsaturated fat to help you feel satisfied....

Egg foo young is a type of omelet that is made with veggies and meat, with a soy-based gravy poured over it. Image Credit: fotek/iStock/GettyImages The right egg foo young recipe can make for a delicious and protein-rich meal. Here’s what you need to know about egg foo young’s nutrition profile and how you can enjoy this dish healthfully. Advertisement Read more: 9 Egg Breakfasts in 10 Minutes or Less Video of the Day Egg Foo Young’s American Origins Egg foo young, also known as egg fu young, egg fu yung and egg foo yong, as noted by the University of Hawai’i, is a type of omelet that is made with veggies and meat, with a soy-based gravy poured over it....

Your ulnar nerve can pinch from the large range of motion in the bench press. Image Credit: doble-d/iStock/Getty Images You may not be an anatomy expert, but chances are you know exactly what the ulnar nerve is if you’ve ever hit your “funny bone.” If you hit the right spot on your elbow you’ll actually hit the ulnar nerve and feel a strangely painful sensation shoot down the outside of your arm and into your fourth and fifth fingers....

A large piece of salmon on a cutting board. Image Credit: g215/iStock/Getty Images The omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil help protect your cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol, fighting inflammation and decreasing blood pressure. They’re also needed in your brain and nervous system. Extracts of oil from a variety of fish are used to produce supplements. The amount of omega-3 and other fats you’ll get depends on the source of the fish oil....

Exercises involving your chin and tongue can help stop snoring. Image Credit: Dmitry Marchenko / EyeEm/EyeEm/GettyImages In This Article Causes Treatment Exercises When to See a Doctor If you spend time sawing wood at night, you're in good company. Ninety million Americans snore at least sometimes, according to Yale Medicine. Advertisement "Snoring is extremely common," says Tonia Farmer, MD, a board-certified ear, nose and throat surgeon in Warren, Ohio. (You can also find her educational content on TikTok @drnosebest....

The best home gyms now offer more exercise options as well as high-tech features. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How We Chose Best Value Best Smart Gym Best Compact Best Cable Machine Best Luxury Buying Tips ($1,999, NordicTrack) ($4,999, ForceUSA) Visit Page https://www.amazon.com ‌Measurements: ‌51" width x 83" depth x 83" height ‌Features: ‌pec and fly station, cable pulleys (high, mid, and low), leg extension and curl, lat pulldown, tricep extension and pushdown and leg abduction...

Adding flaxseed meal to your diet may be an easy, inexpensive way to lower your blood pressure. Image Credit: Svetlana Monyakova/iStock/GettyImages More than 100 million American adults have high blood pressure, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). But not everyone needs medication to lower it. The answer may be as simple as making certain lifestyle and diet changes, such as adding flaxseed meal to your diet. Advertisement ​Read more:​ Flax Seeds: How Much Per Day?...