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A woman is squatting in a gym. Image Credit: kopitinphoto/iStock/Getty Images Powerlifting is an intense, explosive form of strength training that uses heavy weights in compound exercises that hit target muscle groups hard. The competitive version of powerlifting uses only three main weightlifting exercises – the bench press, the back squat and the deadlift. Powerlifting can quickly develop strength through increased muscle mass, but both the competitive and recreational versions of the activity may come with some negative consequences....

Peanut milk retains protein and other nutrients. Image Credit: Davizro/iStock/Getty Images Peanut milk is one option to try if you follow a casein-free diet because, contrary to its name, it does not contain real milk. This beverage is made by blending peanuts with water and adding sweeteners or seasonings such as cinnamon. Peanut milk provides some nutritional benefits you won’t get from cow’s milk. It’s a good source of vitamin E, has at least double the amount of magnesium and vitamin B-6, and is packed with heart-healthy unsaturated fats....

Side steps are a great physiotherapeutic exercise for cerebellar ataxia. Image Credit: undrey/iStock/GettyImages People living with cerebellar ataxia often have impaired coordination in the torso or limbs. Ataxia exercises may help to improve their balance and coordination while reducing injury risk. It’s recommended you work with a physical therapist and follow a custom exercise plan. Advertisement Cerebellar Ataxia Overview Ataxia is a degenerative neurological disease that affects a person’s ability to walk, speak, eat and move around....

A bowl of loose rooibos tea. Image Credit: Mizina/iStock/Getty Images High blood pressure may affect as much as 30 percent of the world’s population, according to World Health Statistics 2012. Hypertension is treatable through medication, diet and lifestyle changes. Chronic elevation of blood pressure is a risk factor for many diseases and can lead to a decreased life expectancy. Rooibos tea is a natural remedy for decreasing blood pressure that is becoming increasingly popular....

Anus pain isn't a favorite topic of conversation, but it happens to runners. Running is an exercise that benefits almost every system in your body -- it helps you lose or maintain body weight, strengthens your leg muscles and improves your cardiovascular fitness. Like any exercise worth the time, however, it entails lots of physical stresses, not only on muscles and joints but also on other organ systems, including the gastrointestinal tract....

references Mayo Clinic: "Arthritis pain: Treatments absorbed through your skin" Mayo Clinic: "Tylenol Dosing (Acetaminophen)" Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911. There are plenty of over-the-counter options to help ease back pain, including pain relievers and choosing an ergonomic chair. Image Credit: PeopleImages/iStock/GettyImages Image Credit: PeopleImages/iStock/GettyImages...

Try to limit these popular breakfast foods to keep your cholesterol levels in check. Image Credit: tbralnina/iStock/GettyImages We all want to start each day on the right foot. So, munching on an a.m. meal that harms your heart probably isn’t the way to go. Unfortunately, some of the most popular breakfast plates don’t support a strong, healthy heart. Advertisement Here, Kylene Bogden, RDN, co-founder of FWDfuel, shares the breakfast foods to skip (or limit) for long-term heart health....

With so many coffee grinders out there to choose from, picking the best one might be tough. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com/Creative Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com/Creative How We Chose Capresso Baratza Cuisinart Oxo 1Zpresso Grosche Timemore Eureka Boly Things to Consider Visit Page https://www.amazon.com The quality of this coffee grinder combined with its price and convenience can't be beaten. Image Credit: Capresso Image Credit: Capresso Easy to use 16 grind settings Consistent, even grind Minimal noise...

A 112-mile bicycle race is the middle segment of an Ironman triathlon. Image Credit: .shock/iStock/GettyImages The Ironman is a particular type of triathlon, an endurance competition involving swimming, bicycling and running. In an Ironman competition, participants must swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles and run 26.2 miles in 17 hours or less. Advertisement The courses vary from race to race, and participants may face steep climbs, fast downhills and sharp turns....

Garlic and ginger are filled with antioxidants. Image Credit: Claudia Totir/Moment/GettyImages Dieting and weight loss don’t have to be boring. Simply adding ginger, garlic and lemon for weight loss can make meals a little tastier — and even healthier. Here’s how these spicy and tangy items can supplement your meal plans. Advertisement Tip Ginger and garlic have been used in meals for hundreds of years, and contain a variety of healthy elements like antioxidants....

Trying different chest press variations can help you hone in on different parts of your pecs and avoid a strength plateau. Image Credit: Cavan Images/Cavan/GettyImages Chances are the chest press is the meat and potatoes of your pec workouts. While this go-to chest exercise reaps results, over time, though, those gains can grind to a halt. Advertisement "Our pec muscles stop growing when the fibers learn and adapt to the same chest press routine," Ben Walker, personal trainer and owner of Anywhere Fitness, tells LIVESTRONG....

Focus on the quality of your stamina-building workouts. Image Credit: LeoPatrizi/iStock/GettyImages Stamina, also commonly known as endurance, refers to your ability to sustain physical effort over a longer period of time. It involves not only organs like your heart and lungs, but your muscles as well. Whether you want to improve your performance in your sport of choice or you simply want to be able to carry your groceries without gasping for breath, these are the stamina workouts you need to be doing....

Dietary aids can help older men build muscle mass. Image Credit: Hero Images/Hero Images/GettyImages Many men over 50 are at risk for sarcopenia, a loss of muscle mass and function related to aging. Your muscles begin wasting away in this poorly understood medical condition. That’s because building muscle becomes increasingly harder as you get older. Advertisement Many supplements — especially when combined with exercise — can help you gracefully age. Learn about the best supplements for men over 50 and how to use them to stay strong as you get older....

A vegetarian diet is a great way to loose weight. Image Credit: fcafotodigital/E+/GettyImages While hormones play a role in age-related weight gain, so does your lifestyle. The best diet for women over 50 is one that matches their daily calorie needs and weight loss goals. Women of this age tend to be less active and eat more calories than their body needs, says the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. To make a swing in the other direction, you need to find a ‌calorie-controlled plan‌ that is filled with nutrient-rich foods and suits your taste buds....

Tea has very few calories — but adding milk or honey will change the nutrition facts of your favorite warm (or iced!) drink. Image Credit: Kseniya Ovchinnikova/Moment/GettyImages In This Article Green, Black, Oolong and White Teas Herbal Teas Specific Tea Brands While water is the most commonly consumed beverage in the world, tea comes next, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. And that's a smart move for many: Tea is full of polyphenols that act as antioxidants, which may help reduce the risk of some diseases....

A couple making cupcakes. Image Credit: Hill Street Studios/Blend Images/Getty Images Cake is a staple dessert for countless traditions, from birthdays and weddings to graduations. But, in recent years, cupcakes have become more popular as crowd-pleasing desserts for fancy occasions or casual treats. The differences between baking a cake and cupcakes are subtle. Advertisement Ingredients Basic cake or cupcake recipes usually comprise the same ingredients: butter, sugar, flour, eggs and a pinch here and there of ingredients such as salt or baking powder....

Too much starch can affect your blood sugar levels and lead to weight gain. Image Credit: minadezhda/iStock/GettyImages The key to a healthy diet is to eat a wide variety of foods, but the truth is that most people have favorite foods — and it’s easy, especially if you’re a picky eater or always pressed for time, to get stuck in a rut. Stress can also dictate your choices, and there’s no question that the starchy goodness of mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, chips of all kinds, or a sweet and delicate baked treat fresh from the oven are luscious salves for a troubled soul....

Pasta Image Credit: Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images Because your body digests pasta more slowly than many other starchy foods, pasta offers you sustained energy without causing fluctuations in your blood sugar. Pasta’s ranking on the glycemic index – a scale used for rating the effects of foods on blood glucose levels – may be lower than bread or potatoes, depending on how long you allow your pasta to cook. When using the glycemic index to plan meals, you can include many forms of pasta without increasing the meal’s overall effect on your blood sugar....

Pain in your hip or upper thigh while crossing your legs can be a sign of injury. Image Credit: Elitsa Deykova/iStock/GettyImages Do you have hip pain or outer and inner thigh pain when crossing your legs? If crossing your legs causes you to feel the most discomfort in your hip and thigh region, this position may be making an existing problem worse. Advertisement But whether an overreliance on the crossed-leg posture is causing strain on your muscles or joints or an underlying condition makes itself most known in this position, your doctor can help you pinpoint exactly why your flare-ups are happening....

Fresh pineapple juice — sans added sugar — can have health benefits for women. Image Credit: badmanproduction/iStock/GettyImages Pineapples are a sweet, tart fruit filled with highly beneficial nutrients. From pineapple upside-down cake to pineapple juice, there are many ways to eat this healthy fruit. Pineapple juice is even more beneficial when you process parts of the fruit that would otherwise be considered inedible, like its core and rind. Half a cup of fresh pineapple juice has over a third of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C for women — certainly a healthy way to start your day....