What Is High Altitude Adaptation? High altitude adaptation is the ability of a human being to survive at extremely high altitudes. People who have lived for generations together at high altitudes have gone through certain genetic and behavioral changes to help them adapt to extreme climatic conditions. What Happens At High Altitudes? Human beings are […]
What Is Exercise Behavior? Exercise behavior includes the intention to do exercise, attitude towards exercise, duration, and frequency also. Athletes, sportspeople, and fitness enthusiasts have really good exercise behavior, regularly exercise, and keep fit. Some people are physically very active, exercise regularly, and stay fit. Others have a love and hate relationship with exercise. They […]
What is Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage? Exercise is one of the best ways to stay active, healthy, and strong. However, people who exercise regularly have to consider the risk of muscle-damage because of strenuous workout sessions. Exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) damages the muscle fibers because of extremely strenuous physical activity done for an extended period of […]
Lactate accumulation can lead to a burning sensation in your muscles, muscle soreness, nausea, weakness, numbness, and cramps. If symptoms are severe, you should talk to your doctor. Variations in the MCT1 gene can affect lactate accumulation during training. Learn more about how genes influence your lactate accumulation.
What Is L-Arginine? Amino acids have for a very long time been associated with fitness and strength. They are organic compounds that are both produced in the body and obtained from food and supplements. Long chains of amino acid residues become proteins, and these are the building blocks of muscles and tissues. L-arginine is one […]
What Is Testosterone? Testosterone is a type of androgen, a group of hormones responsible for male traits and reproductive activity. It is involved in the development of male secondary sexual characteristics, fertility, muscle mass, bone mass, fat distribution, and red blood production. This hormone is produced in the testicles. The ovaries and adrenal glands in […]
Lean body mass is a combination of low body fat and good muscle tone. So, lean body mass essentially includes the weight of your organs, skin, bones, body water, and muscle mass. All types of body fat are not included in the lean body mass. While ‘lean muscle’ is not a type of muscle, it […]
What Is Metabolic Rate? Metabolism includes all the chemical reactions that occur in the body to maintain a balance. Metabolism is the combination of various functions in your body. The rate at which these processes occur is termed your metabolic rate. The food you eat is broken down and converted into energy. The breakdown of […]
Fish oil is one of the most commonly used dietary supplements. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. It has been known to protect against heart diseases, lower blood pressure, and lower triglyceride levels. According to a recent study published in the journal PLOS Genetics, the beneficial effect of fish oil on triglycerides is seen […]
