Steph Green
Steph Green is a content writer specializing in healthcare, wellness, and nutrition. With over ten years of experience, she has worked with marketing agencies, written medical books for doctors like ‘Untangling the Web of Dysfunction,’ and her poetry book ‘Words that Might Mean Something.’ She also contributes to wellness companies like Ketogenic. Steph grew up in Wales and England, UK, before moving overseas to Florida. After years of struggling with painful autoimmune disease, she developed a life-changing knowledge of nutrition and healthcare. Steph continues her healing journey and enjoys helping others, too.
Which is better for brain function, E-bikes or regular bicycles? New study
It’s easier to ride an e-bike, and in a new study, researchers wanted to explore the benefits of riding e-bikes and regular bicycles for brain function.
Do more sets mean more muscle mass and power? Interesting new study
Recently, researchers explored the impact of different training volumes on muscle growth, with interesting results. Let’s take a look at the research.
Is having bigger biceps protective for your overall health? Researchers explore
Researchers explored whether having bigger biceps is protective for your overall health and promotes longevity. Let’s look at the research on those guns.
Fitness-loving jet setters swear by calisthenics — these are the benefits
There's no need for complicated setups or fancy machines. If you're living out of a suitcase, try these calisthenics moves.
Is playing golf better for you than playing pickleball? Interesting new data
While pickleball is a fun sport that makes you feel like a kid again, it doesn’t come without risks, and fractures are more likely due to the nature of the sport
The U.S. Army Fitness Test is changing to “improve warfighting readiness”
Army data from nearly 1 million test records helped create the new performance standards and gender-neutral scoring system for the U.S. Army Fitness Test.
Joe Rogan’s new kettlebell workout is challenging without pushing you to failure
Staying in shape is important for Rogan to keep up with his busy schedule, and recently on his JRE podcast, he shared how he also picks up those kettlebells to power up and stay fit.
How do cold plunges affect your gains and recovery? Interesting new research
With all the positive benefits of cold plunges, I was surprised to hear about the recent research on how cold plunges impact muscle recovery and blood flow following a workout.
Can you still build muscle mass and strength with less sets? Researchers explore
How many sets should you power through in one go before those gains start to dwindle? Researchers find out in this new meta-analysis.
High-rep bodyweight training is in — here’s the science and the benefits
Researchers found that just 10 weeks of bodyweight training significantly increased explosive strength of the lower extremities.
How does exercise affect your brain function and ADHD? Huge new study
Researchers found that just one single exercise session led to immediate improvements in cognitive function and ADHD symptoms
Does protein improve muscle growth and bone density? Hot-off-the-press study
In a hot-off-the-press study, researchers explored how protein impacts bone mineral density. Let’s delve into the brand new research.
Does taking a few weeks off training hinder muscle growth? Here’s the research
Will taking a few weeks off training really hold you back from optimizing muscle growth and power? Let’s look at the research.
How to run with proper form: Tips to enhance your endurance and speed
We asked personal trainer, nutrition consultant, and seven-time marathoner Carissa Galloway to share her tips for how to run properly and improve technique.
What’s the deal with zero drop shoes? Are there benefits for runners?
Lately, you might have heard about zero-drop shoes helping runners enhance performance. Let’s look at what zero-drop shoes are and the potential benefits.
Researchers unveil how high reps and low reps impact muscle growth
Researchers explored how a resistance training program affected muscle growth, either with a high load and low reps or with a low load and high reps.
Can you run faster than the average human running speed? Here’s the data
Some people can zoom past the rest like a gust of wind across the finish line, while others aren’t as fast on their feet. What is the average running speed?
Does lack of sleep hold you back on the running track? Here’s the research
Research is mounting showing that a lack of sleep will hold you back from maximizing your fitness potential. Poor sleep negatively affects your pace and performance.
How many steps do you need to climb every week to lower health risks? New study
Of course, being healthy involves a lot more than just climbing stairs, but it’s definitely a step in the right direction, pun intended.
Sustainable dumbbells are for the eco-conscious — here’s what they’re made of
Most weights and dumbbells are made from metal or plastic materials, but these earthly-looking dumbbells could change the paradigm.
What is the 30 Strong Challenge and is this new fitness trend worth trying?
Sometimes, fitness trends are worth trying, and for many of us, the 30 Strong Challenge might just be one of them. Let's look at the potential benefits.
Researchers reveal walking hack that can increase energy burn by a whopping 40%
Wearing a weighted vest while walking doesn’t just deliver more strength gains; you’ll ramp up your energy expenditure as you force your muscles to work harder.
Want to get fit like Cody Rigsby? Try his nutrition and workout tips
We asked Peloton instructor, top Dancing with the Stars contestant, and experienced fitness buff Cody Rigsby to share his fitness and nutrition tips.
Can exercise help with insomnia? Which exercise is best? Researchers explore
If you’re having trouble sleeping, it’s worth ramping up your workout schedule with varying types of exercise to improve your sleep quality.
How many minutes of walking per week lowers the risk of 30 conditions? New study
Walking and moving your muscles is natural and beneficial, and researchers wanted to know how many minutes of walking per week would lower certain health risks.
Researchers discover a walking hack to help you burn more calories as you stroll
In this hot-off-the-press study, researchers unveil a simple walking hack showing us we don’t need to break a serious sweat to burn more calories.
How do astronauts avoid losing muscle in space? Here are the essential exercises
Microgravity leads to muscle atrophy and decreased strength over time, a concern for astronauts on long-duration missions. These are the essential exercises.
Can playing racquet sports improve your heart health? Here’s the research
Could swinging the paddle or racket and playing that game of pickleball, badminton, or ping pong be good for your heart health? Researchers find out.
Can creatine help with the symptoms of depression? Interesting new research
With creatine playing a prominent role in energy production, researchers wanted to evaluate the supplement’s potential for reducing the symptoms of depression.
Zombie sit ups — the popular variation that isn’t just for Walking Dead fans
Fitness buffs are doing zombie sit-ups — a more advanced variation of the original sit-up. There’s no judgment if you want to dress up like a zombie, too.
Can mental training and mindfulness improve your running performance? New study
Recently, researchers explored whether mental training and mindfulness can improve running performance. Let’s delve into the new research.
Can cluster sets fuel muscle growth and power? Researchers find out
Recently, researchers compared the efficacy of traditional sets and cluster sets for fueling muscle growth and power. Let’s take a look at the new research.
From pickleball to tennis, racquet sports are popular due to the many benefits
Let’s take a look at the research that gives us plenty of reasons to try playing some of these fun racquet sports, from tennis and badminton to pickleball.
Here’s why ‘ruck and lift’ plans are popular for a well-rounded workout
Ruck and lift plans are weekly workout routines including weight lifting sessions along with rucking sessions, so you can get the benefits of both.
Runner crosses the finish line in jeans, making a bold fitness fashion statement
Runner Truett Hanes has completed three marathons wearing his favorite blue denim. His personal best of 2:42 at the Austin Marathon is pretty impressive.
Fitness gurus are still using resistance bands — these are the many benefits
These rubbery bands provide plenty of benefits, including making it easier to travel and allowing you to work out from the comfort and privacy of home.
Dancing is exercise, and interesting new research proves it
Recently, researchers wanted to know if the health benefits of free-form dance are comparable to conventional exercise. Let’s check out the new research.
Does warming up your brain and your body boost athletic performance? New study
Researchers explored whether warming up the body and brain with cognitive activities like decision-making could boost athletic performance. Here's the research.
Fitness buffs say you shouldn’t skip lower chest day — here are the best moves
It’s worth adding these lower-chest bulking moves to your arsenal. There's a good reason why fitness buffs say you shouldn’t skip out on lower chest day.
Here’s why health professionals suggest working on your functional fitness
Inspiring fitness gurus are still recommending working on your functional fitness due to the many benefits and practical applications.
Are AI-powered gyms the future? New high-tech gym opens up in California
Recently, an AI-powered gym opened its doors in Los Angeles, California. Fred Fitness incorporates artificial intelligence and advanced equipment.
Strength training on a bicycle or in a gym? Study compares workouts for cyclists
Recently, researchers explored how resistance training on the bike compares to training off the bike. It turns out, cyclists might not need to hit the gym.
New study casts doubt on the efficacy of those carbon-plated running shoes
While a growing number of marathoners are making record time wearing carbon-plated running shoes, a new study casts doubt on their efficacy.
Is the Speediance Gym Monster 2 worth the investment? Here’s what I found
I tested the Speediance Gym Monster 2 for over a month, and I'm impressed by what you can accomplish with a single machine that tucks away up against the wall.
Does drinking a protein shake after training build muscle? Here’s the science
Research shows combining weightlifting with increasing your protein intake promotes muscle mass gains. When is the best time to drink your protein shake?
Do student athletes know how to properly use nutrition as fuel? New research
Recently, researchers explored teenagers' knowledge of proper nutrition and how much high school athletes really know about eating right and food as fuel.
Eco-friendly fitness: The best plogging alternatives, from plalking to pladdling
If plogging isn't for you, you can still enhance your fitness while cleaning up your local towns, cities, beaches, and parks with these plogging alternatives.
You need stamina to join the British Royal Navy — Here’s what it takes
You have to maintain a degree of stamina and physical fitness to keep up with the demands of jobs like a British Royal Navy officer or an FBI agent.
Can you really finish a marathon in flip flops? You might be surprised
In January 2025, Benjamin Lim of Kuala Lumpur completed the Twincity Marathon in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, in a pair of white flip-flops.
Fartlek run workouts — is there benefit behind the funny-sounding name?
I like mixing up my workout routine for fun and variety, so I was curious about these Fartlek run workouts. Let's look at the history and reasons to try it.