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Strength Exercises for Men Over 50

Coach Explains The 5 Most Important Strength Exercises for Men Over 50

Regular exercise, such as climbing stairs, reduces age-related inflammation—especially in people over 50.

Study Summary The Effect of Exercise on Inflammatory Processes and Metabolism in Aging

Supersets increase training intensity and thereby promote muscle growth.

Give it a try! Superset Training: Build More Muscle and Lose Fat

Does Intermittent Fasting Help with Weight Loss?

Review Article Want to Lose Weight? Intermittent Fasting Apparently No More Effective Than Other Diets

A high-quality diet can shift the gut microbiome in a direction associated with better health outcomes.

Study Summary This Diet is Associated With a More Favorable Gut Microbiome

Woman During Training

Not in the Mood for the Treadmill? How 5 Minutes of Strength Training Can Become a Cardio Workout

Winter Appetite: Do We Need More Calories in Winter?

Winter Appetite Do We Need More Energy in Cold Weather?

At 71, the Hollywood star remains remarkably fit. What role do training and diet play?

Hollywood Star Fit at 71: Kevin Costner's Training Secret

The timing of your last coffee of the day should ideally be chosen so that it doesn't interfere with your sleep.

Caffeine and Its Effects Drinking coffee late at night can significantly disrupt your sleep.

The 6 "Silent Killers" in the Body

Longevity Strategy The 6 "Silent Killers" in the Body and How to Control Them for as Long as Possible

A recent study reveals why a specific olive oil might have a positive effect on cognitive health.

Major Study Certain Olive Oil May Promote Cognitive Health in Aging

Rod Stewart Reveals His Fitness Secret

Musician World Record Attempt at 81? How Hard Rod Stewart Trains

Mistakes to Avoid When Doing Lateral Raises

Shoulder Training Common Mistakes People Make When Doing Lateral Raises

The kettlebell snatch works the entire body.

Execution Kettlebell Snatch–Strength-Endurance Exercise for Those Seeking a Challenge

Woman Over 40 Is Exhausted

Research Over 40 and Constantly Exhausted–The Biological Reasons Why

Abdominal fat is considered a factor in numerous diseases. Certain habits promote increased accumulation.

Study Summary These Habits Promote the Accumulation of Belly Fat

Physical activity or exercise is considered one of the most important factors for healthy aging. Its influence extends into all the known "hallmarks of aging."

Study Summary 14 Signs of Aging–and How Exercise Affects Them

Wall Workout Instead of a Walk: Five Minutes with Impact

Personal Trainer Explains 5-Minute Wall Workout: Activate More Muscles Than Walking

FITBOOK author Anna Lena Diezel shares her experience with a training plan.

FITBOOK Author Reports I Never Thought Much of Workout Plans—until They Completely Transformed My Fitness

How Sport and the Brain Are Connected

Prof. Stefan Schneider in Interview Neuroscientist Explains: "Exercise and You'll Be Happy Doesn't Work"