Loss of muscle isn’t an inevitable part of aging
Losing muscle as you age isn't inevitable. Those who practiced strength-building for one year had lasting results four years later. You can do it too!
muscle building
A selection of Dr. Lavine's articles on muscle building...
How to make exercise more enjoyable
Don't enjoy exercise? Here's a strategy that might help: do the hard part first.
Your fat doesn’t just hang around passively; or, why stress is good for you
Your fat cells are metabolically active; you want to keep them that way. The stress of exercise trains your brain to signal fat cells to release energy.
Stronger muscles vs. bigger muscles: they’re not the same
Different exercise strategies build strength in different ways. By choosing a workout plan, you can optimize your potential to gain muscle mass.
Strength training prevents knee arthritis
Strength training, performed at any time during your life, helps prevent knee arthritis.
Tight hamstrings are not your problem – and neither is a tight IT band
Stiffness sounds like a bad thing; elasticity sounds like a good thing. But they're not opposites. Learn how to develop muscles that are both stiff and elastic.
How much protein are you getting in your diet? How much do you need?
Adequate protein intake is important to maintaining muscle mass as you age. How much do you need? How much are you getting?
Grip strength is an important component of health
Grip strength is an important health measure that's usually left off of the general physical exam.
Which exercise builds the most muscle mass the quickest?
The benefits of the squat exercise for developing muscle mass and practicing alignment control.
Get off the treadmill
Routine repetitive cardiovascular exercise isn't enough to gain all the benefits of being physically active.
The latest on muscle strength, balance training and brain fitness
Key topics from Dr. Lavine's lecture on Muscle Strength, Balance Training and Brain Fitness
Avoid bench press injuries
Learn to avoid bench press injuries with advice from T-Nation.
Is there a benefit to using protein drinks for weight loss?
Protein powder meal replacement supplements are often recommended as part of a weight-loss plan. Do they work?
Be prepared for life – Four steps seniors should take to prevent falls and minimize their impact
Plan ahead to avoid falls in your home and to minimize the negative health impact if you do have an unfortunate accident. Learn the four most important steps you can take to be prepared.
Much better than Gatorade after a workout
Skip the Gatorade - instead, a protein-rich shake after exercise helps your body build muscle.
