Some people use standard boxing gloves to punch a heavy bag. The purpose of bag gloves is to protect the hands during hard workouts on a heavy bag. A variety of bag gloves are available. Each protect the hand in a different way. They range from simple covers that protect against scuffs to specially engineered gloves that support the structure of the hand and wrist. Advertisement Gym Bag Gloves Simple gym bag gloves look like leather or vinyl mittens....
If your pecs are uneven, working out properly can restore balance. Image Credit: Vladimir Sukhachev/iStock/GettyImages If you’ve been working out diligently to find that one side of your chest is noticeably better-developed than the other, you’re not alone. Advertisement But most cases of uneven chest development can be remedied — though it may take some work. The workout you choose to get a balanced chest depends on the cause. Video of the Day Causes of Uneven Chest Development In some cases, the right and left pecs simply attach to the sternum at different points....
Drinking sparkling water may not be that healthy. Image Credit: Facebook/LaCroix Water If you thought you were winning at life by picking sparkling water over a fizzy soda, new scientific evidence is here to burst your bubble. Sparkling water may not be the diet-friendly soda alternative we always thought it was. Sure, it’s zero calories, but new research shows that it may cause you to gain weight. Advertisement According to a study by scientists at Birzeit University in the Palestinian West Bank, consuming zero-calorie carbonated beverages can lead to increased food consumption, resulting in excessive weight gain and obesity, especially when compared with flat drinks....
Tea with lemon is a healthful drink that's almost calorie-free. Image Credit: bit245/iStock/Getty Images Tea with lemon is a healthful drink that’s almost calorie-free, which makes it an ideal drink for a weight-loss diet. Tea itself, especially green tea, may have some effect on weight loss, but don’t count on it as your main strategy for slimming down. If you enjoy lemon tea, incorporate it into a weight loss plan that includes a reduced-calorie diet and exercise....
Measuring your wrist can give you a rough idea of what a healthy weight range is for your body. Image Credit: Anut21ng/iStock/GettyImages All you have to do is look to the world of sports to see that there’s no one “right” body size. From jockeys to basketball players to sumo wrestlers, bodies come in all different (and equally beautiful) shapes and sizes. Advertisement While it's never a good idea to compare your body to someone else's — we're all so unique, after all — knowing your general body frame size may help you set realistic expectations when it comes to your weight and fitness goals....
Following IIFYM the healthy way follows a little extra prep and commitment. Image Credit: Altayb/iStock/GettyImages What if you could start your day with a pastry, eat a slice of pizza around lunchtime, finish your day off with a burger and still lose weight? Well, some people may actually be able to do that but… is it wise? Advertisement The If It Fits Your Macros (IIFYM) approach to macronutrient (macro) tracking gives you the freedom to eat pretty much whatever you want, so long as you stay within your daily macros....
Foods particularly high in oxalates may be foods to avoid with lichen sclerosus. Image Credit: Nikolay_Donetsk/iStock/GettyImages A lichen sclerosus diet is a sought after subject for those with the chronic condition, hoping eating or avoiding certain foods may help alleviate symptoms. The condition is not well understood, but it is speculated by the National Institutes of Health to be a result of autoimmune issues. Advertisement Lichen sclerosus is a chronic skin condition with uncomfortable symptoms of itchiness, pain and blistering, according to the University of Michigan Center for Vulvar Diseases....
Although Islamic diet restrictions are the same worldwide, cultural foods vary depending on a person's background. Image Credit: Rawpixel/iStock/GettyImages In This Article Halal Food Dietary Restrictions Muslim Diet There are about 3.85 million Muslims in the United States, representing 1.1 percent of the population, according to a September 2021 Pew Research report. Advertisement Muslims come from a variety of countries, so it's important to understand that culture and religion when discussing Islamic dietary laws....
Low-carb and low-calorie diets may lead to weight loss, but any diet that's extreme in nature can cause negative side effects. Image Credit: bymuratdeniz/iStock/GettyImages Low-carb and low-calorie diets have become so popular that names like Atkins and keto have become part of everyday lexicon. But can these diets lead to heart palpitations, low blood pressure and other dangerous side effects? The short answer is yes. Advertisement Carbs and Calories Explained Certain foods are high in carbohydrates, including bread, rice, pasta, sugar, sweets, flour and fruit, explains Sharon Zarabi, RD, CDN, bariatric program director at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York City....
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Bench press standards largely vary depending on your weight. Image Credit: starush/iStock/GettyImages Your teenager has started spending more time at the gym; he’s beginning to look more muscular and leaner, and you notice he’s eating more. Perhaps this new pastime is to get stronger for his favorite sport, or maybe he just wants to put on some size. Advertisement Although it's less common, high school girls lift too, either to improve athletics or simply out of an interest in the sport of weightlifting....
The Benefits of Almond Butter Vs. Peanut Butter Image Credit: MAIKA 777/Moment/GettyImages When it comes to nut butters, it’s hard to beat peanut butter in popularity, considering that 90 percent of the kitchen cabinets stock peanut butter on their shelves in the U.S., according to The National Peanut Board. While peanut butter is a healthy choice as far as nut butters go, almond butter certainly gives peanut butter a run for its money....
Nutritious fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins should all be included in meals to help lower triglycerides. Image Credit: GMVozd/E+/GettyImages In This Article Breakfast Lunch Dinner Snacks Dessert Drinks Triglycerides are fatty substances in your blood similar to cholesterol that, in high levels, can put you at greater risk for high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease. Luckily, your diet can help: Creating a meal plan to lower your numbers can support overall health and prevent disease....
Feel-good yoga flows, sweaty HIIT sessions and quick ab workouts are all great options for morning exercise. Image Credit: Jessie Casson/DigitalVision/GettyImages Some people are ready to hit the gym as soon as the sun rises while others are a little less enthusiastic about exercise in the morning. Advertisement If you balk at the idea of breaking a sweat before breakfast, hear us out. Focusing on your fitness goals at first light offers a bunch of benefits that might change your mind....
Some of the effects of stress on the body might surprise you. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative What Really Happens to Your Body When examines the head-to-toe effects of common behaviors, actions and habits in your everyday life. In This Article Your Senses Your Muscles Your Brain Your Skin Your Heart Your Immune System Your Gut Your Weight 6 Stress-Busting Tips You know the feeling: sweaty palms, racing heart, somersaulting stomach — you're stressed out, and it's taking a toll on your body as well as your mind....
The shoulder press is a great and safe shoulder exercise. Image Credit: gpointstudio/iStock/GettyImages With constantly overflowing schedules and to-do lists, time is a precious commodity that you definitely don’t want to waste — your workout time especially. You want to prioritize only doing the most effective exercises. Advertisement But some of the most popular shoulder exercises are actually a waste of time. Or worse, a few can even leave you injured....
This 20-minute workout targets your lower abdominal muscles and obliques while releasing tight hip flexors. Image Credit: DjelicS/E+/GettyImages Exercises that do double duty are game-changers when you’re looking for a time-efficient way to get in shape. And for people who skimp on stretching, doing this 20-minute ab workout can help you squeeze in time to loosen up tight hips. Advertisement You may not realize it, but your abs and hips are intricately connected; along with your lower back, they make up your entire core....
Oranges grow on a tree branch. Image Credit: Mermusta/iStock/Getty Images Because vitamin C is water soluble, your body does not store the excess, and this makes the likelihood of overdosing rare. However, if you consume vitamin C supplements in very high doses, this can lead to symptoms of digestive upset, such as gas. Discuss your vitamin intake with your health care provider, and ask about lowering your dosage if you experience gas or other side effects from taking supplements....
In spite of their structural differences, carbohydrates and proteins share a similar energy yield of 4 calories per gram. Image Credit: Barbara Dudzińska/iStock/Getty Images Nutrients provide your body with energy as well as building material to help your body to grow, maintain itself and heal. Carbohydrates and proteins belong to the macronutrient group, which is a class of nutrients your body needs in significantly greater quantities, than nutrients such as as vitamins or minerals....
Glucose syrup may be used to make your favorite beer. Image Credit: Rayes/Digital Vision/Getty Images While glucose is the fuel for your body, consuming it in syrup form isn’t going to boost your energy levels. Like other forms of sugar, glucose syrup is simply an added sweetener. It’s OK to include small amounts of food that contain glucose syrup in your diet, but too much may lead to weight gain....
