By J. Lang Wood Staying fit is a 365-day-a-year task, and getting to the gym is not always possible. Work schedules, family emergencies and bad weather can keep you away from the workout you need, both physically and psychologically. However, if you keep these seven inexpensive pieces of exercise equipment

by beconrad Doctors and scientists have long known that some people were sensitive to gluten. Celiac disease is a well documented and widely studied disease in which sufferers are unable to process the gluten in pasta, bread and other food sources. The inability to process gluten can lead to a

Written and Produced By James Vincent   You think the Brits have problems with Brexit? Summer is half over and you’re just barely starting to put your summer wardrobe together. If you’re like me – you’ve bought a few pairs of shorts and a few polo shirts. The Chicago summer

Between work, family commitments and chores, who has time to exercise? While it might seem impossible to fit exercise into a hectic schedule, it’s actually easy to get some exercise every day, no matter how busy you are. Here are five ways to exercise when you don’t have any spare

  Beloved dairy products like milk, butter, and yogurt can be a delicious part of a healthy diet. To enjoy the full benefits of this creamy food group, choosing the right dairy is essential. As a rule, grass-fed, whole milk products are tastier and more nutrient dense than the heavily

By Lisa Mason You’re probably already aware of the many benefits of getting and staying in shape and leading an active lifestyle. Once you’ve made the important decision to begin a new fitness routine, where do you begin? The biggest challenge is not only taking that first step, but committing

  By Nigel Lum-Cox A lot of scientific research has gone into maximizing results from fitness training. This research has shown that tempo manipulation is one of the best ways to develop lean tissue. What is tempo manipulation? Tempo manipulation is the process of controlling the speed (tempo) of each

By Nathan Starr Eating healthy, dieting, and losing weight are trends that never go out of style. One trend that seems destined to stick around is clean eating, which involves ridding your diet of processed, fatty, and fried foods, and replacing them with healthy and fresh foods. Here are some

By John Dunnery Whether you’re a water polo player or a chess fanatic, a piano aficionado or an aspiring chef, there are times when you want to achieve peak performance. Perhaps you are taking a test, performing in a competition, or playing in a championship game. Maybe a special friend

  By Otto Baynes In spite of decades of study, medical science is still unclear about many of the frequently touted health benefits of fish oil. Recommendations for the use of fish oil as a supplement often stem more from anecdotal cultural evidence than they do from definitive scientific evidence.