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7 Old-School Strength Treasures You Wish Your Gym Had

No, you probably can’t find these unique machines and weights at your local gym. But you can dream about them and use our suggested substitutes on your quest to build your own golden-age physique! Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future […]

Published on May 16, 2019

The Best Damn Lunch Workout You’ve Ever Tried

Hit the gym on your lunch break and make it count. This efficient workout routine is designed to burn muscle, build fat, and get you back to your job feeling calm and focused for the rest of the day. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of […]

Published on May 15, 2019

Obesity: The key role of a brain protein revealed

Regardless of how much you exercise or how balanced your diet is, controlling your weight is more brain-related than you might have thought. Researchers show for the first time in mice that the acyl-CoA-binding protein, or ACBP, has a direct influence on the neurons that allow rodents and humans to maintain a healthy weight. Read […]

Published on May 15, 2019