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Glute activation while running is especially important for injury prevention. Image Credit: DjordjeDjurdjevic/E+/GettyImages As you run, you may feel your quads, hamstrings and even calves working overtime to propel you forward. But in order to run faster, longer and without injury, your glutes — the gluteus maximus, medius and minimus — need to work just as hard. Advertisement The good news is, getting your glutes firing can be done quickly and efficiently before a run with just a few simple moves, meaning your glutes will be turned on and ready to support your body with every step....

Most breads can be warmed in a 350-degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Image Credit: igor_kell/iStock/GettyImages To reheat bread, wrap it in aluminum foil and heat it for 10 to 15 minutes in an oven preheated to 350 degrees. To reheat breadsticks, spray them with olive oil before placing them in the oven on a baking dish. Advertisement Tip Most breads can be warmed in a 350-degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes....

Adopt these daily microhabits for a healthier life. Image Credit: Alina Rosanova/iStock/GettyImages While you can’t always see or feel it, chronic inflammation may be slowly harming your body. Left unchecked, it can even contribute to chronic diseases and premature aging. Advertisement But there are actions you can take to decrease this damage. That's why we consulted three dietitians to get the insider scoop on what they do daily to reduce inflammation and stay healthy....

Talking to just one person about your feelings of gender dysphoria can make a big difference. Image Credit: Adam Hester/Tetra images/GettyImages In This Article Definition What It Feels Like How to Cope Many of us have felt uncomfortable with some aspect of our bodies at one point or another. And for some, that discomfort may have even turned into a certain level of distress. Advertisement But gender dysphoria is something more....

You'll get the most out of boxing's full-body benefits if you take the time to correct these common form mistakes. Image Credit: South_agency/E+/GettyImages It’s easy to get into the zone when you’re punching a bag. Maybe you’re thinking about a certain situation you’re stressed about or you’re just really digging the playlist. But a few careless jabs can land you out of the ring. And that’s a fight you’re sure to lose....

Planks are a great way to help work the abs after a hernia repair. Image Credit: julief514/iStock/GettyImages It’s important to exercise after hernia repair, with mesh or without. If you’ve had the problem for a while, your ability to perform physical activities might already be limited. Advertisement However, strengthening your abdominal muscles after hernia surgery needs to be done the right way to prevent further complications. Video of the Day ​Read more:​ How to Strengthen Your Muscles to Prevent a Hernia Core Exercises After Hernia Surgery Follow your surgeon’s specific recovery instructions before performing core exercises after hernia surgery....

Make your own nutrient-rich Ensure supplement with whole foods like milk, fruit, and peanut butter. Image Credit: robertsre/iStock/GettyImages Ensure is a nutrition supplement drink, often used to boost calories, protein and other nutrients for anyone who is not eating well or trying to gain weight. One 8-ounce bottle of original Ensure provides 220 calories and 9 grams of protein. It’s nutritionally balanced to provide a healthy mix of protein, carbs and fat, as well as vitamins and minerals important to maintain good health....

A large bowl filled with Japanese rice crackers. Image Credit: whitetag/iStock/Getty Images Rice crackers, called sembei in Japan, are among the most common snacks in the Japanese cuisine. The crackers are made with the base ingredients rice, oil and salt, but can come in several flavors such as black sesame. Rice crackers supply small amounts of protein and they’re low in fat, which means they can have a place in your healthy eating plan....

Foods high in fiber may help reduce the risk of ulcers. Image Credit: Arx0nt/iStock/GettyImages There was a time when doctors thought peptic ulcers were caused by stress and diet — but those days are long gone. Experts now know that peptic ulcers are most often caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or a stomach infection from bacteria called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Advertisement "Peptic ulcers are not caused by your diet," says Brooks Cash, MD, chief of gastroenterology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston....

After eating, your blood sugar levels temporarily go up until insulin steps in to remove the extra sugar. Image Credit: haoliang/E+/GettyImages After consuming foods that contain carbohydrates, it’s normal to see a rise in blood sugar levels. Advertisement Your blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, will temporarily go up after eating a meal until your body's insulin is able remove the extra sugar from the bloodstream. In general, blood sugar "peaks 90 minutes after you consume a meal," says Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDE, author of 2-Day Diabetes Diet....

A freshly made cappucino sits on a wooden table. Image Credit: Easy_Company/iStock/Getty Images Shingles, a condition also known as herpes zoster, stems from the same virus the causes chickenpox. This virus, the varicella-zoster virus, lies dormant in your nerves and may then flare up, typically in older adults or people with a compromised immune system. Caffeine does not cause shingles to occur, but, in theory, some of caffeine’s effects could contribute to a shingles flare-up....

A woman is holding a mug of coffee. Image Credit: Purestock/Purestock/Getty Images Stomach bloating, sometimes called belly bloat, is any abnormal increase in the diameter of your abdomen due to the build up of gas. Some air enters your stomach and intestines through the act of eating and drinking, but most gas is produced by the friendly bacteria in your large intestine. Excessive production of gas is not normal, but it’s common and often related to poor digestion, dietary intolerances or from ingesting unnatural chemicals....

Walking can help get toned abs. Image Credit: Science Photo Library/Science Photo Library/GettyImages Walking: It’s simple, low-impact and doable just about anywhere, making it an ideal exercise. Like other physical activity, when done regularly, walking offers many benefits. Advertisement A few examples: It helps manage your weight, strengthen your bones, keep your cholesterol and blood pressure levels healthy, decrease your risk of heart disease and boost your mood. What it can't do, however, is directly tone your stomach like ab-specific exercises, such as crunches and planks....

Jump rope is a good cardio exercise. Image Credit: Anchiy/E+/GettyImages If you take a look at someone running and someone doing a jump-rope workout, it will be clear that both are working hard — but you might also notice a few differences in how their bodies move. Consider those differences if you’re thinking of replacing your running workouts with rope-jumping sessions. Your success will depend on what you’re trying to accomplish....

Stitches on neoprene. Image Credit: mps197/iStock/Getty Images Apparel made of neoprene, the material that scuba suits are made of, increases body temperature locally. So neoprene pants make you sweat more when working out. While this can cause an immediate loss of water weight, rehydrating or eating a meal brings that weight right back. Advertisement Safety in Question The National Athletic Trainers Association discourages the use of plastic suits for weight loss because it increases the risk of heat illnesses including muscle cramps, heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat syncope, or fainting....

A close-up of a bunch of strawberries. Image Credit: Moussa81/iStock/Getty Images Strawberry seeds will not upset your stomach, unless you’re allergic to strawberries. Each strawberry contains seeds on the outside of the skin that are consumed without any complication. If you develop an upset stomach from eating strawberry seeds, you need to talk with your doctor to determine the cause. The University of Maryland Medical Center states that strawberries are a common food allergen that can trigger a wide range of symptoms shortly after consumption....

A close-up of a bowl of psyllium husks. Image Credit: bdspn/iStock/Getty Images Psyllium comes from the husks of tiny, gel-coated seeds of Plantago ovate, a shrub-like herb found commonly in India. Doctors use psyllium husk to treat constipation, diarrhea and other intestinal problems. Psyllium husks relieve constipation by forming a gelatin-like mass when exposed to water that helps move the contents of the intestines through the digestive process. Although psyllium husk is generally an effective over-the-counter treatment for adult constipation, never use laxatives, even natural ones, with toddlers without your doctor’s express approval....

A close-up of dried cranberries. Image Credit: Jim Mills/Hemera/Getty Images Craisins are sweetened dried cranberries that are tasty alone, but you can also jazz up a variety of foods and recipes with the tiny dried fruits. Their sugar content is the main drawback, though. In addition, craisins don’t supply large doses of any vitamins and minerals. They are a fairly decent source of fiber, however, so don’t automatically count them out....

Consuming cod liver oil or other fish oils is a good way to get essential omega-3 fatty acids. Unlike other types of fish oil supplements, however, cod liver oil is available in liquid form as well as pill form. Knowing the differences between the two may help you decide which makes the better fit for your needs. Consult your doctor before adding any cod liver oil supplement to your diet....

Cup of coffee Image Credit: Alexandru Nika/iStock/Getty Images Black coffee can affect your blood sugar, causing it to rise. For some people, mainly people with diabetes, this can be a real problem. Controlling your blood sugar may mean you have to cut down on coffee intake. But although this effect is seen in people with diabetes, there is evidence that suggests drinking coffee can help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes....