Medical marijuana promises a host of benefits that can make it a new treatment for post-workout aches. Its pain-relieving effects have even led some users to posit CBD as a viable and healthier alternative to pharmaceuticals. Here, we cover the differences between medical and recreational cannabis, the different strains, and the potential that CBD offers in easing your body aches and pains after a rigorous workout. Recreational vs. Medicinal Marijuana It's crucial to know that recreational and … [Read more...] about Treating Post-Workout Aches with Medical Marijuana
Strength Training Articles
7 Ways Exercise Affects The Body
Exercise makes muscles stronger, boosts endurance, and increases the heart's efficiency. However, some people don't know exactly how exercise can affect the entire body system. From the endocrine to the muscular and skeletal systems, each level of the body is affected by exercise. Here's a breakdown of how each part of the body is affected, and what you can do to reap the benefits of consistent exercise for your entire body. 1) Musculoskeletal The musculoskeletal system most obviously … [Read more...] about 7 Ways Exercise Affects The Body
5 Oral Exercises That Can Improve Sleep Apnea Problems
Getting a good night's rest when you are suffering from sleep apnea can be challenging. You're constantly being interrupted by choking, gasping, and loud snoring. Not to mention the startling moments when your breathing suddenly stops and starts back again. This alone can leave you and those around you in distress, panic, and ultimately poor sleep. Visiting an accredited dentist can help treat this condition. Consider a sleep doctor in Utah as they specialize in dental sleep … [Read more...] about 5 Oral Exercises That Can Improve Sleep Apnea Problems
Values – How they can hold us back
“John, go home”, “Look at yourself, you are sick. You need to go home and get better.” I nod my head in submissive realisation that he is probably correct. I was not well. I had a severe head cold. My ears were ringing, my nose was constricted forcing me to mouth breath only and to top it off I was perspiring from a fever. I walked out of my project manager’s office at the time feeling like a complete and utter failure. Why?Driving home was one of the longest trips I had ever had, it seemed … [Read more...] about Values – How they can hold us back
Make Your Body Your Training Ally: Increasing HGH To Build Muscle Mass
Make Your Body Your Training Ally: Increasing HGH To Build Muscle Mass With controversy over doping scandals constantly in the news, many people raise concerns when human growth hormone (HGH) is mentioned for its role in strength training. Unless you’re a competitive athlete, there’s no reason why HGH activating peptides can’t be used as part of your training regime, but it’s also possible to increase your natural levels of HGH without taking a synthetic supplement. Just as improving your … [Read more...] about Make Your Body Your Training Ally: Increasing HGH To Build Muscle Mass
Level 4 going up
Dedicated to a man I have known for many years who has worked in true honesty and grown as a human being. An inspiration of what a person can achieve. A man I am honoured to have as a friend. – To Dion. Currently I am engaged by a company to help, assist and support the work crew. It is a very difficult project and not one was is within the norm. To travel from floor to floor one must summon the lift driver through two-way radio, announce the floor which they are on and advise of which way they … [Read more...] about Level 4 going up
Can You Run and Build Muscle at the Same Time?
This is a question that plagues many athletes. Many people assume that running and weightlifting don't work well together. If done right, these two sports in conjunction can help you achieve your fitness goals. Read on to learn more about running and building muscle simultaneously. The Short Answer: Yes You can absolutely run while gaining muscle mass. The explanation as to how is a bit more complicated. You, or a personal trainer, have to come up with a program that works for you. With the … [Read more...] about Can You Run and Build Muscle at the Same Time?
You’re Out
Going through a very rough patch of ill health or misfortune takes its toll on you physically but even more so mentally. At times, when you have been ill or unwell you don’t have the time to stop and think about what you are thinking about and analyse it. You are generally unaware of whether your thoughts are positive or negative, and why would you want to think about this which may seem like an odd thought process. You just want to get through what you are going through. Whatever the illness, … [Read more...] about You’re Out
How to Increase Endurance if You’re Lifting Weights
Lifting weights helps you build your muscle strength, but if you want that strength to be beneficial in some other activities as well, such as group sports or running everyday errands, you have to build your endurance too.Your stamina plays a significant role in your overall fitness level and performance and to be able to increase it, you need to commit to healthier habits, such as getting enough sleep or following a healthy and well-balanced diet. To get some great results, it’s a good idea to … [Read more...] about How to Increase Endurance if You’re Lifting Weights