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Reverse Butterfly: The Ideal Exercise for Shoulders and Back FITBOOK explains how to perform the exercise correctly.

Ten Years of Stage Experience: How Training and Discipline Shaped the Body–and What Came Next. FITBOOK Editor Reports.

What Makes People in Blue Zones Live Long and Healthy Lives: Nine Everyday Rules with Remarkable Effects

Performing flyes with dumbbells correctly - tips for building muscle and what to look out for during the exercise.

Ellipticals are very popular, both in the gym and at home. FITBOOK has investigated weight loss using an elliptical.

Despite some menopausal symptoms, "Beverly Hills, 90210" star Jennie Garth (52) is fit. FITBOOK shares Garth's workout.

A fitness-oriented diet does not include fried foods - actually! However, you can bake protein-rich air fryer snacks.

Air fryer asparagus made easy: FITBOOK shares three simple and delicious recipes for the asparagus season.

Painkillers from Waste? Scottish researchers have discovered a method to convert ordinary plastic into acetaminophen.

Hollywood star Brad Pitt spoke more openly than ever about his alcohol problem and his experience with Alcoholics Anonymous.

Kawasaki disease is the most common acquired heart disease in childhood. It starts with mild symptoms that can become dangerous.

Coronavirus vaccinations are suspected to have caused cardiac scarring as a result of heart muscle inflammation triggered by them.

A new study reveals the potential link between instant coffee and age-related macular degeneration.

FITBOOK author Laura Pomer explains how women can identify if they are likely experiencing menopause and what to look out for.

Letting children swim early protects them from drowning, but it's not enough, and children can still drown—what parents should also consider.

Researchers have discovered that the risk of death can apparently be determined by analyzing the bacteria in stool samples.

Tardive, eruptive, or senile hemangiomas—those small red spots on the skin go by many names. FITBOOK explains what they are all about.

Simple recipes for sweet indulgence — low-fat, sugar-free and ideal for conscious snacking. FITBOOK shares 4 air fryer desserts.

Quinine, which is found in tonic water and bitter lemon, for example, can interact dangerously with medication.

Eating fit made easy: Air fryer recipes with lots of protein, little effort and full of flavor. Discover now.

The optimum nutrient ratio for a successful build-up phase for muscle metabolism. FITBOOK shares nutritional recommendations.

The latest food hype is called "Dubai chocolate" - is this chocolate creation even healthy thanks to its pistachio center?

Is honey healthier than sugar? A nutrition expert makes the comparison - with a surprising result. Read more on FITBOOK.

Although it is unsweetened, natural yogurt always contains sugar. The ingredients table reveals this. But where does the sweetness come from?

Dairy products are considered beneficial for healthy bones, even for children. A study shows that this is similarly true for women.

Nonalcoholic beer may negatively affect blood sugar levels, according to a new study involving researchers from Germany.

With tips from bikini athlete Lisa Maus, you can train effectively even on just two days a week.

What Is the Optimal Number of Sets in Strength Training? Should You Do as Many as Possible? A Study Provides Answers.

Ex-Bachelor Oliver Sanne talks about his body transformation and the worst health setback in a FITBOOK interview.

Hollywood star David Boreanaz has revealed how he keeps fit for his series role as a Navy Seal - and how important regeneration is.

Yoga is not primarily about losing weight. Nevertheless, there are some yoga exercises that burn more calories than others.

The WHO recommends 10,000 steps a day - but is that enough to replace exercise? FITBOOK explains how to achieve this in everyday life.

Zone 2 training improves endurance, supports fat loss and promotes health. FITBOOK speaks to the experts and explains how it works.

More strength, better coordination: how to double the number of push-ups in just 30 days. A fitness trainer explains how.

Personal trainer Rebecca Building actually comes from the world of professional bodybuilding. She told FITBOOK why she stopped doing it.

If the father's mental health is poor, it affects the entire family—but it seems to impact his child in a particular way.

What does the term asexuality actually mean? A topic often misunderstood and in need of greater awareness.

What lies behind fatal familial insomnia, the symptoms associated with it, and what is known about its origins.

What Does Living by the Clock Do to Our Sleep? Melanie Hoffmann, an aspiring sleep coach, explores this question.

Michelle Obama appears to be well-informed when it comes to sleep. She follows several important rules for a healthy night's rest.

Haven't exercised in a long time? Or never really started with sports? These tips will finally help you find the motivation to get active.

How dopamine and smartphone stimuli affect our sense of happiness—and what truly helps against digital overload, as explained by FITBOOK.

What happens in the male brain during sex? A mouse study of all things provides exciting clues. What they mean.

"Sleepmaxxing" stands for the optimization of sleep quality and a social media trend. FITBOOK spoke to an expert about it.