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Camping Could Help Reset Your Internal Clock

by Shawn Radcliffe | Aug 5, 2013 | Fitness, Health, Science

Artificial lights, including computers and smartphones, can throw off your body’s circadian rhythm. A new study shows that a week of camping might give your internal clock a much-needed reset. If you have trouble waking up in the morning or feel sluggish while sitting...

Save Time with the 7-Minute Scientific Workout

by Shawn Radcliffe | May 30, 2013 | Fitness, Health

Looking for a quick, low-tech workout that you can take with you wherever you go? Science has the answer … in only 7 minutes. You don’t always have time for a full workout, especially when you are traveling. But, says Science, you can still work hard and stay fit. All...

Party Now, Pay Later—Teenage Years Still Increase Risk of Stroke

by Shawn Radcliffe | Apr 24, 2013 | Fitness, Health, Nutrition

Think all those late-night trips for fast food as a teenager don’t matter? Well, you could be paying the price for too many McDonald’s Big Macs—not to mention smoking and drinking—for years to come. According to a new study, your rebellious bad habits may still...

Five Unsexy Steps to Healthy Living Today

by Shawn Radcliffe | Jul 31, 2012 | Fitness, Health, Nutrition

Healthy living isn’t difficult. Your body is already an expert at bringing itself back into balance—turning down the temperature when it’s overheated, turning it up when there are viruses or bacteria to be eliminated, creating new skin when you cut your knuckles while...

Run Better With a Hovering Robot Partner

by Shawn Radcliffe | Jun 4, 2012 | Fitness, Health, Technology

A helicopter drone that flies ahead while you run could give you motivation to exercise, stay fit, and run better. If your jogging partner always bails on your runs, you might want to trade him in for a hovering robot. The Joggobot, a small, quad-rotor helicopter...

Diet and Nutrition Advice for Vegan and Vegetarian Weightlifters

by Shawn Radcliffe | Apr 5, 2012 | Fitness, Health, Nutrition

Bodybuilders thrive on challenges. Vegetarian and vegan bodybuilders readily embrace the challenges that come with competing in a meat-centric sport. And in spite of the many myths about the weak or unhealthy vegetarian, they succeed without sacrificing their personal...