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Growth hormone acts to prevent weight loss

A new study shows that, like leptin, growth hormone contributes directly to energy conservation when the body loses weight. 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 April 14, 2019

Hafthor “The Mountain” Bjornsson’s 8 Greatest Lifts

This 6-foot-9-inch, 400-pound Icelandic lifter and actor lops off heads onscreen and blows minds in pro strongman competitions. Here are his greatest pulls, presses, throws, and squats! 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 […]

Published on April 14, 2019

Ability to lift weights quickly can mean a longer life

Prolong your life by increasing your muscle power. That’s the main message of a new study. ‘Rising from a chair in old age and kicking a ball depend more on muscle power than muscle strength, yet most weight bearing exercise focuses on the latter,’ said a study author. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David […]

Published on April 12, 2019