BMI, short for Body Mass Index, is a key parameter for understanding an individual’s body mass in relation to height. This tool, also known as BMI (Body Mass Index), is…
Year: 2023
Mango fruit: Nutritional properties and health benefits
The fruit known as Mango is a tropical fruit produced by the plant of the same name belonging to the Genus Mangifera. Among the various species of mango, the most…
How to breathe while running: tips and techniques
If you have ever wondered why it is so difficult to breathe properly while running and high-intensity physical activity? To understand this phenomenon, we need to analyze what happens to…
Metabolic Equivalent: METs
MET (Metabolic Equivalent) is a parameter that expresses the ratio of the working metabolic rate to the resting metabolic rate. The metabolic rate represents the amount of energy consumed in…
VO₂max: definition, how it is measured and how to improve it
What is VO₂max? VO₂max, or maximum oxygen consumption, is a measure of the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise. It indicates the level of aerobic fitness…
Maximum oxygen consumption
Knowing one’s maximum oxygen consumption (VO₂ max) can be useful in planning personalized training, assessing fitness progress, identifying potential areas for improvement, and monitoring cardiovascular health. An increase in VO₂…
Choosing a treadmill – 6 key points
Choosing an electric treadmill for home is not as simple as it might seem. Like any other piece of sports equipment, you need to make sure that the treadmill fits…
Choosing a running shoe: How to guide
Running is a simple sport that essentially needs one tool: the shoe. You might be running in sweatpants, technical clothing, tank tops or even shirtless, but you should never, ever…
Knee pain during running? Here are 5 things you need to know
Knee pain is one of the typical problems that occur to those who practice sports (and in particular running) at any level, whether it is practiced competitively or amateur. Sometimes…
Quitting smoking: methods that work
As is well known, smoking is a major cause of health problems globally and, quitting smoking does not. In particular, the negative effects of smoking on sports performance are considerable.…
Iron supplements: when are they needed?
Taking iron supplements may be necessary in some situations. Although most people can meet their iron requirements through diet, some health conditions may require specific supplementation. Women who suffer from…
Nicotine
What is Nicotine? Nicotine, a toxic parasympathomimetic alkaloid, plays a major role in botany and its biological connection to plant defense against herbivorous organisms. This organic compound, found in the…