It’s easy to get lost in the flood of health advice pouring in from every corner of the internet. One minute, you’re reading about the latest superfood and the next, you’re diving into a...
Introduction In recent years, the concept of cold exposure has gained a lot of attention for its potential health benefits, particularly concerning cardiovascular health. While subjecting oneself to cold temperatures might seem daunting, research...
People who adore their dogs often say they couldn’t imagine living without them. Their pets bring them extra joy and lots of laughs, but they also get some health boosts that could help them...
The American Heart Association is turning 100 this year. In celebration, the nonprofit is taking on cardiac arrest—the fifth leading cause of death in the United States—in a big way. As part of the...
Cardiovascular disease encompasses a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. These conditions can impact various aspects of the cardiovascular system, leading to symptoms that can be both subtle and severe....
Two types of people walk into a chiropractic office: somebody who wants to get out of pain as quickly as possible and somebody who wants to improve their health and quality of life. One...
In the journey for maximizing health and well-being, sunlight’s invigorating energy and life-giving properties have been revered for eons. But what if there was a way to access the extensive benefits of sunlight while...
Hello Austin Fit Fam! AFM influencer Nikki Zahka (@Fitwithnikk_) again, and this time, I am so excited to highlight a local CBD gem founded and thriving right here in Austin by three sisters, two...
Injuries are just part of the game. Some can nudge you out of commission for a week or two. Others can send you crawling into surgery, followed by months of rehab. Still others can...
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness and athletics, the pursuit of optimal performance has led to a continuous exploration of recovery methods. Over the years, athletes and fitness enthusiasts have experimented with various...
Cold exposure, also known as cold therapy or cryotherapy, is the practice of exposing the body to low temperatures for a short period of time. Cold exposure can be done in various ways, such...
December is here. This time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is usually equated with happiness. A special time of the year when we can see and celebrate with our family and friends. However, for some...
In the quest for wellness and recovery, many of us are stepping outside the boundaries of conventional methods to explore alternative avenues that promise rejuvenation and revitalization. Amidst this shift, non-mainstream wellness recovery methods...
Why do so many of us feel such a connection to the cause? The American Cancer Society estimates, in the US, 41% of men and 39% of women will develop cancer during their lifetime....
Since this is the Giving Back Issue, I thought it fitting to touch on ways we can give back to ourselves. Giving back to yourself is not selfish or indulgent. It is a way...
Look – I know we’re in a sweltering heat wave summer, I know it’s hot at literally all hours of the day, and I know when you pair the outdoors with a summer pregnancy...
As an exercise physiologist in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at UT Austin, one of my research objectives centers on designing interventions to improve glucose control in individuals living with type 2...