Exercise Heart Rate: Understanding Zones, Calculation, and Benefits
For exercise to effectively improve cardiovascular fitness and overall health, your heart rate must reach and be sustained within specific target zone...
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Alex is a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Strength Coach with a passion for functional fitness. He specializes in creating effective, science-backed workout programs for all experience levels.
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Laxity Tests: Understanding Joint Stability, Ligament Injuries, and Diagnosis
A laxity test is a clinical examination technique used by healthcare professionals to assess joint stability and ligament integrity, helping diagnose ...
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Spin Bike Deceleration: Methods, Emergency Braking, and Maintenance
To slow down a spin bike, gradually increase resistance using the knob, or for an immediate stop, firmly press the knob or engage the emergency brake.
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Triceps Brachii Muscle: Anatomy, Functions, and Training
The triceps brachii is the primary extensor of the elbow joint, responsible for straightening the arm, and its long head also contributes to shoulder ...
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Understanding Joints: Movable (Diarthroses) and Immovable (Synarthroses)
Movable joints (diarthroses) permit a wide range of motion for locomotion and manipulation, while immovable joints (synarthroses) are designed for sta...
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Human Height: Genetics, Growth Plates, and the Myth of Skipping to Grow Taller
Performing 500 skips, or any amount of skipping, will not increase an individual's height after their growth plates have fused, as height is primarily...
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Running and Aging: Maintaining Your Stride, Adapting Training, and Embracing Longevity
There is no definitive age at which an individual can no longer run; rather, the capacity to run into older age is influenced by genetics, training hi...
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Prosthetic Leg Attachment: Methods, Components, and the Role of a Prosthetist
Prosthetic leg attachment relies on custom-fitted sockets and various suspension methods, including suction, pin/lock, vacuum, lanyard, sleeve, and os...
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Burning Calories After Fast Food: Strategies, Metabolism, and Recovery
While no single exercise can instantly "undo" a high-calorie fast food meal, strategic exercise, hydration, and mindful eating in the subseq...
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