Muscle mass has two athletic categories known as muscular strength and muscular power. Both have different performance advantages and require varied program designs to excel in either.
Detraining Effects of Muscle
Sleep: The Champion’s Secret Weapon for Athletic Success
In this blog post, we’ll explore the incredible impact of sleep on athletic performance and recovery.
What happens to your blood sugar when you stop exercising?
To understand what happens to your blood sugar when you stop exercising it is important to understand what blood sugar is and how it is measured. WHAT IS BLOOD SUGAR Blood sugar is a measure of glucose in our bloodstream at any given time. Glucose is a simple sugar that is a fuel source for […]
Understanding & Controlling Blood Pressure
Studies have concluded that exercise and nutrition can regress high blood pressure and even return to pre-training levels in as little as two weeks.
What Happens to Your Mind When You Stop Exercising?
Missing a workout occasionally is not something to panic about, but consistently skipping exercise may have big effects on many aspects of your health. It’s important to recognize when to get back to a routine to not lose the progress you’ve worked toward.
An Easy Way to Determine Body Fat, Muscle Mass, Hydration Levels, and More
Have you ever been curious what your body fat percentage is? Interested in knowing how much muscle you have? Curious to see how your body has improved with a new exercise program you’ve been trying out? Intrigued to find out how hydrated your body is? Learn how you can at PRO Medical.
Get What You Truly Need in a Weight Loss Program
There’s no doubting the value of weight management. Rather than being just a few extra uncomfortable pounds, excess weight carries legitimate risks. In fact, dropping between 5% and 10% of your weight has been proven to lower your chance of developing heart disease. This is just one of the many benefits of choosing a weight loss program. However, what should you look for in order to figure out which one best fits your needs? Are all weight loss programs essentially the same? No.
How to Maximize Muscle Retention While in a Calorie Deficit
It’s no secret that the risk of losing lean mass increases while in a calorie deficit. Here are tips on how to maximize your fat loss while mitigating the loss of lean body mass.
DEXA Scans: A Complete Picture of Bone Health and Body Composition
DEXA uses low-density x-ray technology to predict the amount of fat, muscle, other soft tissue, and bone in the body.
5 Reasons Personal Health Coaches are Essential for Weight Loss
Effective workouts can be hard to come by on your own, especially if you’re new to the process and don’t have a strong support group to help you out. This is where personal health coaches and trainers can become invaluable.