Gout vs. Osteoarthritis of the Knee: Differences, Causes, and Treatments
While both gout and osteoarthritis can cause knee pain and inflammation, gout is an inflammatory arthritis caused by uric acid crystal deposition, lea...
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Dr. Hart is a Registered Dietitian (RD) focused on sustainable nutrition. She helps demystify diet culture and promotes a balanced approach to eating for long-term health and performance.
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Dumbbell Decline Floor Press: Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Proper Execution
The dumbbell decline floor press primarily targets the lower pectoralis major, triceps brachii, and anterior deltoids, leveraging a decline angle to e...
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Compression Wear: Finding the Optimal Tightness for Performance and Recovery
Compression wear should feel snug and supportive, providing gentle, graded pressure without restricting movement, causing discomfort, numbness, or tin...
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Running Intensity: Applying the 80/20 Rule for Optimal Performance
For optimal performance and injury prevention, approximately 15-20% of your total running volume should be high-intensity, with the remaining 80-85% d...
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Cubii: Setup, Proper Form, Routine Integration, and Benefits
To effectively use your Cubii, ensure proper setup with adequate legroom and chair stability, maintain correct posture and a smooth pedaling motion, a...
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Elbow Pushup (Commando Pushup): Step-by-Step Guide, Benefits, and Form
The elbow pushup, commonly known as a Commando Pushup, is a dynamic exercise that transitions from a forearm plank to a high plank, effectively engagi...
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Straight Leg Bounds: Benefits, Technique, and Training Integration for Athletes
Straight leg bounds are a plyometric exercise characterized by powerful, low-knee-flexion leaps that emphasize ankle stiffness, reactive strength, and...
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Romanian Deadlifts: Barbell Setup, Grip, Stance, and Posture
Setting up a barbell for Romanian Deadlifts (RDLs) requires careful consideration of barbell placement, grip, stance, and initial posture to ensure sa...
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Hammer Row Machine: Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Proper Usage Guide
To use a hammer row machine effectively, set up the seat and weight, grip the handles, initiate the pull by squeezing shoulder blades and driving elbo...
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