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Activity is good: Varied activity is better

The recommendations are clear: physical activity is good for mental health. But it also depends on how varied it is. That’s what a new study shows, pointing to one of the reasons why well-being suffers during the pandemic. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on March 29, 2021

Long-term space travelers will need high-intensity exercise to protect heart health

Sustained low-intensity exercise does not completely counteract the effects of weightlessness on the heart muscle, which will atrophy over time in a gravity-free environment. Short bursts of repeated high-intensity activity during shorter space missions may be more successful in keeping the heart healthy. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on March 29, 2021

The Top 10 Chest Exercises for Building Muscle

Build your best chest workouts with these 10 muscle-building exercises, and dive into three complete chest workouts for mass! Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success […]

Published on March 29, 2021