Maintaining cognitive function becomes essential for preserving memory, problem-solving skills, and overall brain health as we age. Exercise is one of the most effective ways to boost brain function, promoting long-term mental sharpness. But how much exercise is needed to improve cognitive function as we age? Can we prevent cognitive decline just by staying active? Let’s find out!
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The Unstoppable Spirit of Paralympians: Overcoming the Impossible
Imagine competing at the highest level of sports, not just against the best in the world, but also against your own physical limitations. This is the reality for every Paralympian. The 2024 Paralympics has just begun in Paris, showcasing the incredible mental strength and resilience of athletes who refuse to let their challenges stop them.
Paralympians face unique challenges that most athletes never have to consider. These challenges begin long before they step onto the track, dive into the pool, or pick up a racket. For many, the journey starts with a life-altering event—such as a car accident, a sudden illness, or a congenital condition—that changes their lives forever.
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Ever wondered if vegan diet could fuel your muscle building dreams just as well as meat?
Importance of protein in fitness & bodybuilding world
In the world of fitness and bodybuilding, protein stands as the cornerstone of muscle development and recovery. It is the macronutrient that fuels growth, repairs damaged tissues, and aids in achieving those sought-after gains.
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Egg whites are moderately good sources of protein. The quality of egg protein is one of the best among all the foods. At the same time egg whites offer high protein quantity with very a low-calorie count. This makes them suitable for body builders and athletes.
One egg white weighing 34 grams provides us 3.6 grams of protein. 100 grams of egg whites contain 10.7 grams of high-quality protein.
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In this post & video I am going to talk about the ways to counteract the negative health effects of prolonged sitting based on a recent research study.
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Yes, yoga can help you burn calories. Depending on the weight of the person the number of Calories burned varies. A 125 pound or about 57 kg person doing hatha yoga for 30 minutes burns about 120 Calories.
For the same amount of time when a 155 pound person does yoga, he/she can burn 144 Calories and a 185 pound person can burn 168 Calories. Overall yoga falls under low to moderate intensity exercise activities category.
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Is pasta healthy for athletes?
100 grams of cooked pasta contains 31 grams of carbohydrates out of which 26 grams is starch which is a complex carbohydrate.
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In this post & video I am going to answer 6 frequently asked questions on brisk walking.
1. What is brisk walking?
As per the United Kingdom’s National Health Service walking at a speed of about 3 miles or 4.8 km per hour is considered as brisk walking. Brisk walking is generally walking faster than a leisure walk. (1)
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