New research from McMaster University is challenging traditional workout wisdom, suggesting that lifting lighter weights many times is as efficient as lifting heavy weights for fewer repetitions.
Jul 12, 2016
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(HealthDay)—Heavy smokers and those who are obese gain more weight after quitting smoking, a new study finds.
Sep 7, 2015
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Weight training at a lower intensity but with more repetitions may be as effective for building muscle as lifting heavy weights says a new opinion piece in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism.
Apr 26, 2012
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Drinking alcohol during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage, premature birth, and low birth weight. But there are conflicting reports about how much alcohol, if any, it is safe for a pregnant woman ...
Apr 11, 2011
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A paper from Spain provides an extensive review of the association between alcohol consumption and body weight. Based on the fact that the energy content in 1 gram of alcohol is 29 kJ or 7.1 kcal, excessive alcohol consumption ...
Aug 16, 2011
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For smokers, the number of cigarettes smoked per day and current body mass index are predictive of changes in weight after quitting smoking, according to researchers at Penn State College of Medicine.
Aug 13, 2015
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If strong is the new sexy, it's no wonder more people than ever want to start lifting weights. Instagram hashtags such as "fitspiration" (fitness inspiration) and #gym contain millions of posts, typically of flexed muscles, ...
Apr 29, 2022
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Fear of weight gain is one reason smokers give for not kicking the habit, but new research suggests heavy smokers are more likely to develop pot bellies.
Aug 20, 2015
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Air pollution from heavy traffic may be driving pregnancy complications and health concerns for infants.
Oct 16, 2023
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Heavy pressures at work seem to predispose women to weight gain, irrespective of whether they have received an academic education. This is shown in a study of more than 3,800 people in Sweden.
Jan 28, 2019
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