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Dec 31, 2019

Coronavirus outbreak is 'public health emergency of international concern,' WHO declares

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that the new coronavirus outbreak is a public health emergency of international concern, officials announced today (Jan. 30). The news comes as the case count and death toll from the virus have soared in recent days. As of Thursday (Jan. 30), there were...

Dec 31, 2019

San Francisco Bay Area reports 1st coronavirus case

A man in the San Francisco Bay Area has tested positive for the new coronavirus, according to news reports. On Friday (Jan. 31), officials with the Santa Clara County Public Health Department announced that a resident of the area had tested positive for 2019-nCov, the virus that is causing an...

Nov 30, 2021

How do cycling shoes work

You may have seen road cyclists in full garb and wondered: how do cycling shoes work? And perhaps more importantly, questioned why they would a cyclist would even want cycling shoes in the first place. After all, surely it increases the likelihood of falling off… So, how do cycling shoes...

Nov 30, 2021

How accurate are fitness trackers?

If you’re looking to get more active, then you’re on the right track. The World Health Organisation says adults should do at least 150 minutes a week of moderate physical activity, while children and adolescents should do 60 minutes per day. Many of us are not getting enough exercise or...

Nov 30, 2021

Can you use a Peloton when pregnant?

It's one of the most popular fitness machines around, but can you use a Peloton when pregnant? Even though women are encouraged to keep fit during pregnancy, it’s completely normal to feel cautious about the workouts you choose. Whether or not you were a fan of indoor cycling pre-pregnancy, exercising...

Nov 30, 2021

10 benefits of using a rowing machine

In recent years, rowing studios have opened all over the world, many gyms are running group classes and there's been a steep rise in purchases of rowing machines for personal use at home. And it's no surprise: the best rowing machines offer an endlessly adaptable and efficient workout that's suitable...

Oct 31, 2021

Autoimmune disease: Definition and examples

Our immune systems are versatile, armed with an array of weapons that can defend against all sorts of pathogens. But in some people, this powerful arsenal of immune cells and proteins occasionally engage in friendly fire by attacking healthy cells, tissues and organs. This self-inflicted assault is referred to as...

Oct 31, 2021

How sleep affects the brain

Knowing how sleep affects the brain is the key to getting a great night’s rest, but we are often our own worst enemies when it comes to getting the sleep we need. However, by understanding the biology of sleep and what our brain needs to do to properly recuperate, we...

Oct 31, 2021

Best FitTrack deals: Best discounts on smart scales

Are you looking for a scale that will measure more than just your weight? With these FitTrack deals, you can get a great price on a scale that will measure and track your basal metabolic rate (BMR), your muscle mass, bone mass and more. Some of the scales, like the...

Sep 30, 2021

How to use a rowing machine to lose weight

When used correctly, a rowing machine is a fantastic way to lose weight. Rowing machines boast a unique combination of features that make them suitable for anyone of any ability - from beginner to Olympian. In this article we’re going to explain how to use a rowing machine to lose...

Sep 30, 2021

How to get the most out of your exercise bike

Are you wondering how to get the most of out your exercise bike? If you spent hours scrolling through lists of exercise bikes on the internet in order to find your perfect ride but now find that it sits in your home a little unloved then now is the time...

Sep 30, 2021

Six ways to keep exercising in winter

When the sun is shining in the sky, it’s not hard to feel inspired and want to step out into the great outdoors and burn a few calories. But when the cold winds of winter arrive, the idea of hunkering down around a fireplace with a mug of hot chocolate...

Sep 30, 2021

Sheriff reveals what killed California family of hikers

A family of hikers who mysteriously died two months ago along a hiking trail in California died from hyperthermia and probable dehydration, the Mariposa County Sheriff revealed during a press conference on Thursday (Oct. 21). The bodies of John Gerrish, Ellen Chung, their 1-year-old daughter Miju and their 8-year-old dog...

Sep 30, 2021

8 benefits of stretching

Whatever time you have to try it out, the benefits of stretching are huge. Our bodies are made up of muscles and ligaments that are designed to be moved daily, but overuse will cause injuries and no movement or very little could mean stiff joints, less flexibility or bad posture....

Sep 30, 2021

'Rogue' antibodies found in brains of teens with delusions and paranoia after COVID-19

Two teens developed severe psychiatric symptoms such as paranoia, delusions and suicidal thoughts during mild COVID-19 infections. Now, scientists think they've identified a potential trigger: Rogue antibodies may have mistakenly attacked the teens' brains, rather than the coronavirus. The researchers spotted these rogue antibodies in two teens who were examined...