Maintaining fluid balance in the body is one of the fundamental conditions for human life. The equilibrium between fluid loss and intake is necessary for adequate hydration of the body’s tissues. The importance of maintaining optimal fluid balance and the impact of caffeinated beverages on hydration are well-known in scientific literature and various guidelines. However, … Read more
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world, with millions of people regularly using it as part of their fitness routine. Unfortunately, the health benefits of regular running also increase the risks of orthopedic injuries. It has been found that up to 24% of runners suffer injuries that force them … Read more
Have you ever experienced stiffness or “knots” in the upper back? It’s likely that you have strained the upper trapezius muscle, a common repetitive stress injury (RSI). RSI is a condition usually caused by excessive stress or overuse of joints or musculoskeletal tissues. These injuries are often linked to repetitive movements, such as working on … Read more
Workouts, exercise, staying in shape, physical activity… However we name it, it’s an essential part of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. If you are a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, or lifestyle coach, you play an important role in helping others learn how to increase their physical activity and, more importantly, make it … Read more
The text explores important principles in sports training and athletic performance, covering concepts like progressive overload, accommodation, specificity, and training transfer. Progressive Overload and Training Adaptation Three athletes of equal strength began by lifting 50 kg to exhaustion in a training scheme. They initially improved, lifting 60 kg in a single attempt, but over time … Read more
Cavities are every child’s nightmare and one of the most common dental issues. Countless tears have been shed in the dentist’s chair facing the drill and anesthetic syringe! But who would have thought that cavities could be not only an enemy to teeth but also potentially to one’s waistline? Are dental diseases related to excess … Read more
Neurosurgeon and migraine treatment specialist, Candidate of Medical Sciences, Ilya Almazov, explained to SE that the best way to relieve a headache is to identify its cause and type. Headaches caused by fatigue, dehydration, or lack of sleep can often be treated independently without consulting specialists. According to the doctor, it is usually sufficient to … Read more
Pediatrician and specialist in integrative, preventive, and conventional medicine, Candidate of Medical Sciences, Irina Yuzup, explained to SE the causes of cystitis. “Cystitis is usually caused by bacteria that enter the bladder through the urethra. Women are more prone to developing it than men because their urethra is shorter, making it easier for bacteria to … Read more
Timely assistance can save a person’s life. A stroke is a life-threatening condition that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, leading to the death of brain cells. Strokes can be caused by a blood clot blocking blood flow to the brain (ischemic stroke) or by bleeding in the brain (hemorrhagic stroke). Recognizing … Read more
Neurologist Alla Syrkina from the National Medical Research Center for Transplantology and Artificial Organs, named after Academician V. I. Shumakov, exclusively told SE that acute cerebrovascular accidents, or strokes, occur in Russia at a rate of 460 to 560 cases per 100,000 people. “Rehabilitative treatment should begin as early as possible, sometimes within the first … Read more