How does our muscles respond to a period of de-stress?

There is a shadow around our head, especially at these times of the year, to most of us who train hard for months, and it is the dreaded moment to take a break at all levels. Whether forced or for a mere vacation, the question of how our muscles will respond to a period of deforestation round our heads. Will…

Four fake nutritional myths widespread

Although many of you are already aware of certain nutritional myths that we find in the field of nutrition and we have tried many times to clarify, it is never wrong to give a review of some of the most widespread myths in the field of nutrition and physical exercise. The myths are born of reading…

The importance of nitrogen balance in the sportsman

If we talk about nitrogen to all we come to mind the chemical element that is. But if we delve a little more into it, we will see that it is a chemical component that we find in the human organism. Nitrogen is obtained through proteins, and therefore it is important consumption of this nutrient in athletes, since the demand…

Strength training in children: What science says about it?

Although there are many myths that have already been denied, strength training in children still remains a controversial subject that brings together many supporters as detractors, so today we tell you what science says about it. More benefits than damages Although it is still rare to see children in a weight room or lifting weights because of the belief that it…

The different types of energy gels you can take in competition

We are in the final stretch ahead of our challenge to run our first 21 kilometers (you can follow on Twitter and Instagram with the hashtag # retovitonica21K) and for those who go to run the marathon in Madrid, one that has more Adepts Being long distance races, surely many of you will be using energy gels to help during the race, but do you…

Ways to Improve the Appearance of Your Teeth

Are you unhappy with the appearance of your teeth? If this is the case, you are certainly not alone. There are millions of people who wake up every day and do not like what they see when they are getting ready to brush their teeth. However, there is no reason for you to go through…

Nine banned dinners if you want to avoid gaining weight

Dinner is one of the most abused meals in today’s society, and also one of the most we must take care of if we seek to maintain current weight or lose pounds. But many times we fall into the error of resorting to dishes “easy” or ready to consume as the following nine banned dinners if you want to avoid…

FreeStyle Free, a glucometer for diabetics without punctures

At a time when people suffering from diabetes are waiting promising smart watches that can track their glucose levels non – invasively, Free FreeStyle hope appears as alternative to traditional glucose meter and punctures. The problem with this new meter is none other than the cost of maintenance, though from platforms like Charge already struggling through collecting signatures for a…