Health and Fitness Articles

One man in nine will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. My 4legsfitness.com platform is all about promoting overall health, fitness and happiness. In this article I discuss what is prostate cancer, causes and risk factors, symptoms, treatment options and most importantly a bunch of recommendations to actually prevent this disease in the first place.

The health community has a huge range of answers to “How much protein do you really need?” It varies based on many factors, but we’ll cut the confusion and help you understand how much you personally need. We’ll show you how to calculate your daily protein intake and which lifestyle factors could impact that estimate.

Nootropics are promoted as the closest thing we have to a magic pill. But are they as effective as they seem? Learn all about nootropics in this comprehensive guide. We’ll cover what they are, if they work, what the best nootropics are, and some do’s and don’ts for incorporating them into your lifestyle.

Take a closer look at how to measure body composition by learning about the merits of various methods. We’ll focus on the most accurate one: DEXA scans. Learn what a DEXA scan is, why you’d get one, if it’s safe, and what to expect at your appointment. This scan could provide the metrics you need to reach your goals.

If you haven’t tried intermittent fasting, you may be missing out on a breakthrough in your health and fitness goals. Here, we’ll explain the four methods you can use to start intermittent fasting. We’ll also touch on the health benefits and some do’s and don’ts for a successful foray into fasting.

Creatine is the single most popular sports supplement on the market. But is it what you’re looking for? Whether you’re an athlete looking to boost your creatine levels or a beginner hoping for more effective workouts, creatine will help. In this post, we share the various benefits associated with creatine supplements.

Sleep is one of the most important, yet often disregarded, things you can do for your health. Poor sleep hygiene — including not getting enough of it or irregular sleep patterns — has serious implications for your physical and mental health.

There are various different types of stretching and stretching techniques available. All have certain benefits and purposes related to specific objectives. Let’s go over some of the most popular stretching exercises that go beyond just static vs dynamic stretching in this article.