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The semitendinosus is part of the hamstrings muscle group. Image Credit: matthewennisphotography/iStock/Getty Images Located on the back of your thigh, your semitendinosus muscle is one of your hamstring muscles, along with the rectus femoris and semimembranosus. Your semitendinosus works with the other hamstrings muscles to extend your hips and flex your knees. According to the American Council on Exercise, it is important to strengthen your hamstrings with exercises in weight-bearing positions....

Man walking on a treadmill Image Credit: g-stockstudio/iStock/Getty Images Bradycardia involves having a heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute, decreasing blood and oxygen flow to your brain, according to the American Heart Association. Your age and physical condition determine whether this rate is good for you, with physically active individuals typically having resting heart rates less than 60 and older or inactive individuals being prone to health concerns....

A woman drinks bottled water after exercising. Image Credit: Thinkstock/Stockbyte/Getty Images People in the United States drink more than 2 billion gallons of bottled water each year, NYU Langone Medical Center estimates. Bottled water is defined as any water that is sealed in a bottle and intended for human use. However, the bewildering array of options can make things confusing. Filtered and distilled water are two types of bottled water that are available for drinking....

Peaches can help alleviate ulcer pain. Image Credit: istetiana/Moment/GettyImages If you’re dealing with a stomach ulcer, chances are you’re experiencing some pain and discomfort. Thankfully, there are several foods that alleviate the pain of an ulcer. Add them to your diet and talk with your doctor for additional treatment. Advertisement What Is a Stomach Ulcer? A stomach ulcer, also known as a peptic ulcer, is a sore in your stomach lining or duodenum (the beginning of the small intestine)....

sliced jalapenos Image Credit: Kees Zwanenburg/iStock/Getty Images Ulcers, sores on the lining of the stomach, esophagus and intestines, can be caused by a bacterial infection or anti-inflammatory medicines such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and ketoprofen. Stomach acids and other stomach juices can burn the lining of the digestive tract, further irritating the ulcers. Emotional and physical stress can also irritate ulcers. Foods that can irritate the lining of the stomach should be avoided because they may make an ulcer worse....

fresh block of clover sprouts Image Credit: yumehana/iStock/Getty Images You might consider sprouts as just a simple topping for your salad or sandwich. But as a germinated seed, sprouts are a concentrated source of nutrients designed to support the growth of the new plant, and including them in your diet can help you meet essential nutrient needs. Clover sprouts, with a look and taste similar to alfalfa sprouts, provide protein, fiber, calcium, iron, vitamin C and folate....

Cacao nibs come from pure cacao beans and boast high antioxidant levels. Image Credit: Almaje/iStock/GettyImages Get your chocolate fix with raw cacao nibs! Rich in fiber and protein, these treats will delight your senses without adding inches to your waistline. Plus, they’re packed with antioxidants that fight inflammation and protect your heart. This superfood will skyrocket your energy and satisfy your sweet tooth instantly. Advertisement Tip Raw cacao nibs are minimally processed and retain their nutritional value....

Pieces of toast with jelly on top. Image Credit: gkrphoto/iStock/Getty Images The old-fashioned piece of toast slathered in overly sweet jam or jelly is a favored breakfast item for adults and children alike. Toast consists of mainly carbohydrates, which turn to sugar in the body. When you layer a sugar-based jam or jelly on top of toast, you end up with a sugar bomb. This sets the body up to crave more carbohydrates and sugar as the day goes on....

There are plenty of household items you can use for a good workout. Image Credit: diego_cervo/iStock/GettyImages A fully-loaded home gym is certainly a lovely luxury. But if you want to break a sweat and get in a good workout, it’s definitely not necessary. In fact, you probably have all the equipment you need for a great workout lying around your house. Advertisement Before you abandon your workout plans, gather some of these common household items and start busting out the reps....

Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative How Bad Is It Really? sets the record straight on all the habits and behaviors you’ve heard might be unhealthy. In This Article Effects How to Do It Bottom Line Starting to notice a few stray silver strands sprouting here and there? Plucking gray hairs might solve the problem temporarily (and let you hang on to the color of your younger days for just a little bit longer)....

There are many factors that go into determining how much you can bench press. Image Credit: South_agency/E+/GettyImages The bench press is a multi-joint movement and key strength development exercise for the pectoral (chest) muscles, shoulders and triceps. Advertisement This movement is a determining factor in many athletic and sports events, such as the NFL combine, where NFL coaches ask prospective NFL players to test their bench press as a marker of fitness....

A little-used muscle cut from the area on the back between the rib and the sirloin, the tenderloin is one of the most tender cuts of deer meat. Although it is commonly cut into roasts, you can easily slice a tenderloin into steaks for pan-frying, broiling or grilling. Tenderloin is done when a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Monitor the meat carefully because overcooked venison easily becomes tough and dry....

Roasting, grilling and broiling are some of the best ways to cook New York strip steak in the oven. Image Credit: gbh007/iStock/GettyImages Also known as Kansas City steak, boneless cut steak or ambassador steak, the New York strip is prized for its buttery flavor and low fat content. If you know how to cook steak in a conventional oven, you’ll find it easy to roast or broil this cut of meat....

Wahoo is a lean, firm fish with a mild flavor and is versatile enough to be cooked in a variety of wahoo recipes. Image Credit: Tuned_In/iStock/Getty Images Wahoo is a lean, firm fish with a mild flavor and is versatile enough to be cooked in a variety of wahoo recipes. The fish is found primarily in the tropical Pacific waters, especially off the shores of the Hawaiian islands, where it is more commonly referred to as “ono....

Freshly baked cookies cooling on a rack. Image Credit: iuliia_n/iStock/Getty Images When you want to bring the kids running, there are few things more effective than a pan of cookies fresh out of the oven. Ideally, there will always be a wire rack nearby to cool them on. However, that’s not always the case. Sometimes you might be baking in an unfamiliar location, where such niceties aren’t available. Sometimes, especially near the holidays, there just aren’t enough racks for all the cookies....

Image Credit: Thierry Dosogne/Stone/GettyImages Calcium deposits are the buildup of the mineral within the body. Unlike calcium deposits on teeth, calcium deposits in the body typically appear around the joints of the body and cause the person to experience pain and inflammation. Advertisement Because treatment may involve the surgical removal of the deposits, you may want to try a remedy to dissolve the deposit first. Keep in mind that you should speak to your doctor before treating a calcium deposit at home....

Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911. Blood donors save lives, and the process is easier than you might think. Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Image Credit: LIVESTRONG.com Creative Before During After In light of the coronavirus pandemic, LIVESTRONG.com is raising awareness about the urgent need for people to donate blood with our Give Blood, Give Back series....

A woman rubbing lotion on her thigh. Image Credit: Tomasz Wojnarowicz/Hemera/Getty Images Stretch marks on the inner thighs happen to women who are in the third trimester of their pregnancy and people who have lost a great deal of weight at a rapid pace. One of the most common places stretch marks like to form are on your inner thighs. The Mayo Clinic says stretch marks are very hard to get rid of because they form at the very base of your skin cells....

There are several exercises you can do to strengthen your arms. Image Credit: funduck/iStock/GettyImages Strong upper arm muscles make daily tasks easier with the added benefit of toned deltoids, biceps and triceps from all the training. Your progress in strength training can be achieved and measured with weights at the gym, but you can also do exercises at home to quickly strengthen your arms, suggests Harvard Health Publishing. Advertisement Working your arms intensely one day a week is all you need to do to increase your arm strength....

1 of 21 Overview A backyard barbecue is no excuse to serve up foods that will keep you and your guests from stepping onto the beach (or the scale). In fact, every barbecue has room for a few entrees and sides that keep your health-conscious guests happy and your body looking and feeling good. Try the following tips and you'll be sure to wow your guests and keep them asking for more — without them even knowing they're feasting on healthier options....