Active lifestyle focused exercise, diet, and physiology information from the forefront of fitness science. Updated daily.
When it comes to building muscle, what you eat might surprise you Imagine stepping into your gym, feeling the familiar burn of effort in your muscles after a good session. You might think that what you eat afterward — whether it’s a steak or a plant-based protein shake — makes all the difference in how […]
There’s a new hack on social media that claims wearing socks to bed helps promote better sleep. The theory is that sleeping with your socks on lowers the body’s core temperature which helps you sleep more soundly. A small study in 2018 found that young men who slept with… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]
Listening to the Body’s Silent Signals When It’s Time to Rest Imagine the weight of carrying a heavy burden, not just physically but emotionally, as you push through exhaustion day after day. That sensation—where your muscles feel heavy, your breath shorter, and a persistent fatigue whispers that you need to pause—can be subtle or unmistakable. […]
© 2025 BETTER/SMARTER.ME, A division of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential
200 First St. SW Rochester, MN 55905 | 1-800-328-IFHP
IFHRP research has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration or any government agency.
IFHRP research is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.