Is Sweat Good For You?
Is sweat good for you? Why do we sweat in the first place? Let’s talk about perspiration, its benefits, and its side effects. Sweat can be a pain. It’s one of those things in life that seems to have more downsides than benefits. Outside of the gym, it’s embarrassing when your armpits, back, and other areas are visibly wet. Not only does it soak your clothing, but it contributes to body odor when bacteria is part of the picture. Antiperspirants claim to block moisture, and excess sweating has its own medical diagnosis. All of this begs the question of whether sweat...
What You Should Know About Heart Rate + Excercise
I have this fitness tracker on my wrist, monitoring my heart rate. It displays my heart rate while I workout, while I sleep, and anytime I press the button. But what am I supposed to do with this information? You bought your fitness tracker wristband, and you’ve been wearing it religiously. While working out, or just to monitor daily health levels, you’ve gotten some insight on sleep depth and heart rate. But what do these numbers mean to you? Your Fitbit will tell you your heart rate, but if you don’t know what to do with that information, the stats...