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By Jenny Lee, Physical Therapist Long-distance running, such as running marathons, is a huge physical and an indication of peak physical, and often mental, performance. Unfortunately, an activity such as long-distance running, that involves a repetitive strain on your body, often comes with its share of injuries. In fact, the majority of runners will experience […]
Thailand’s Baiya Phytopharm wants to develop the country’s first plant-based Covid vaccine. The start-up, founded by Dr. Suthira Taychakhoonavudh and Dr. Waranyoo Phoolcharoen in 2018, has been working on a vaccine using the leaves of an Australian tobacco plant. Suthira, a 37-year-old lecturer at Chulalongkorn University, told CNBC’s “Managing Asia” that she and her team […]
3M Co. 8210V N95 particulate respirators. Justin Chin | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday updated its guidance on masks for the general public, now saying that people “may choose” to wear N95 and KN95 masks because they offer the best protection against Covid-19. But the agency stopped short of […]
US Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh speaks about Labor Unions during an event in the East Room of the White House September 8, 2021, in Washington, DC. Brendan Smialowski | AFP | Getty Images The Labor Department has vowed to use its authority to protect workers from Covid, after the Supreme Court blocked the Biden […]
The only real solution to combating cellulite is to undertake a regimented program of targeted exercise. No area of a woman’s body attracts more attention than the hips and thighs. The allure of shapely hips accentuates a small waist, giving women the coveted hourglass physique. Training the hips and thighs also confers many anti-aging benefits. […]
If in-person training is not an option for you, many personal trainers now offer virtual sessions. If you decide to go that route, make sure the trainer can catch your form from various angles so it can better mimic what they’d see in person. “From the front, their form can look amazing with a squat, […]
Whether it’s the winter cold or the spike in omicron cases that’s keeping you indoors—we understand. Maybe it’s time to invest in one of the best exercise bikes for your home gym so you can stay active (safely!) all season long. Indoor cycling has tons of great benefits—especially if you’re new to working out. It’s […]
Deimante Kazenaite is an opinion maker, model, Instagram sensation and a make-up artist. She was in Lithuanian National Judo team. Selected as number two in the “Top 10 most stylish women” by the Lithuanian Edition of L’Officiel Magazine. Women Fitness President Ms. Namita Nayyar catches up with Deimante Kazenaite an exceptionally talented, make-up artist, Instagram […]
Each body is unique. Each one of us carries a unique genetic makeup. However, there are some similarities between each body type. Characteristics of each body type and their specific nutritional needs The three body types most people fall into are ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Ectomorph Body Type Ectomorphs tend to be thin, long, and […]
If you thought working your biceps was just a “man thing”, think again. The biceps muscle runs along the front of the upper arm and strengthening it is important for both men and women. Building stronger muscles helps boost bone health. For women, this is particularly important as their bones can weaken during the menopause, […]
Covid lab technicians in India on Friday Jan. 7, 2022. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images India is experiencing a third wave of Covid infections — while its overall impact is expected to be less disruptive than previous waves, some economists are predicting slower growth in the near term. The economic impact of the new […]
Indoor rowing doesn’t have the distinctive charm of being on a skiff on a river but a top-notch rowing machine will still give you a good workout. Luckily, between smart rowers like Hydrow and industry stalwarts like Concept2, there are plenty of quality rowing machine options on the market. If you’re looking for a great […]
Every well-balanced strength training program should include some sort of pec workout. The pecs, which are more commonly known as the chest muscles, include the large pectoralis major and a smaller one underneath called the pectoralis minor. This dumbbell workout targets both of those muscles, giving the front of your upper body the attention it […]
The highly transmissible omicron variant is going to be a “very difficult challenge” for Hong Kong as the city sticks to its zero-Covid policy, a former U.S. diplomat told CNBC. There will likely be more opposition to “draconian measures” given that the variant appears to be less dangerous, said Kurt Tong, who was previously U.S. […]
by Pauline Six Lucie, a 31-year-old runner, is suffering from urinary incontinence. She has been an active runner for seven years. Ashamed of her leaky bladder condition, she does not dare tell a soul. She wears protection to avoid wetting her underwear. Since the subject is somewhat taboo among her peers, we’d like to help […]