Health and Fitness Articles

These recovery supplements help repair and rebuild your muscles when other techniques just aren't enough (or when you simply can't stand another minute of foam rolling).

Bodyweight, body fat, BMI — what's the difference? If you don't have accurate measurements, it can prove very difficult to reach your health goals. In this post, I answer the question, "What is body composition?" and explain why it provides a more accurate depiction of your health than other measurements.

Meal planning doesn’t have to suck. Like any new skill, learning to devise a healthy meal plan will take practice — but don't get discouraged! Try these effective and easy meal planning ideas to reach your nutrition goals. We’ll include tangible steps that won’t have you stuck in the kitchen for hours on Sundays.

If you're constantly feeling groggy, you need to adjust your sleep schedule. If you ever asked yourself the question, "When should I go to bed?" keep reading. I explain how many hours of sleep you should get, how your circadian rhythms play into a good night's rest, and the health benefits of adhering to a set bedtime.

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.