Vibration plates are one of the newest fitness gadgets people are curious about, so let’s break down some of the science behind them to help you decide if they are right for you. A vibration plate is a platform that vibrates rapidly while you stand on it or do simple exercises. These vibrations cause your muscles to contract quickly and repeatedly and can a ffect several body systems. Here are the main benefits: Muscle activation and strength The vibrations make your muscles contract...

Happy Thanksgiving! Today will be a day of lots of eating and drinking, so I am posting a 10-minute Thanksgiving morning workout to help...

Weighted vests are everywhere right now. You see people wearing them on TikTok, Instagram, and in fitness videos, saying they’re the secret to losing weight and preventing osteoporosis. It sounds promising — but what does the science actually say? Let’s take a look at what’s true and what’s not. How Weighted Vests Are Supposed to Work The idea behind weighted vests is simple: adding extra weight while you move puts more stress on your bones. In theory, that extra stress encourages your...