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Which Should You Do First, Cardio or Weights? Here's What Fitness Trainers Say My workouts have basically been the same since I started going to the gym in high school: I do  cardio for about 30 minutes , then I  hit the weight room  for 30 minutes. In college, that was bumped up to an hour of cardio followed by an hour of lifting (which was not very healthy, and I do not recommend it!), but my timing was always the same: cardio first, strength training after. Ever since  I started going to Orangetheory Fitness  a couple of years ago, I've kept the format the same: I always do the treadmill portion first, which is about 30 minutes, then I'll do the weights (another 30 minutes). My thinking goes that I'll get the most taxing (and sometimes boring) portion of the workout, cardio, out of the way so I can focus on lifting. Plus, the cardio gets my heart rate up to crush the weight room. Turns out I've been working out all wrong for the past 15-plu...

5 Things That Make Your Brain Age Faster, According to Science While aging is an inevitable part of life, we try, as much as possible, to hide the signs of growing old. When the first strand of white hair appears or when skin starts getting wrinkly, it’s natural to be concerned about finding solutions to slow down these markers of aging. But have you ever wondered about the habits that could make your  brain  age faster? Have you thought about the health of your brain now that you feel age creeping in? This must have happened to you a couple of times before: you enter a room in your house but you can’t remember why you went there. Or you’re having an animated conversation with a friend about a movie and your mind pauses to recall the name of an actor.  Memory lapses are inevitably part of growing older, but you can still do some things to help slow down the aging of your brain. So let’s find out some things that make your brain age faster. Thankful...

Science Explains 15 Health Benefits of Almond Milk Almond milk is more than a substitute for dairy milk in your diet. The dairy-free alternative allows  vegans , vegetarians, and those with lactose intolerance and allergies to enjoy a milk-like beverage or use it in their recipes. Can it be more than that? Yes. It’s more than a substitute. Due to almond milk benefits, it has a place in nearly everyone’s diet. Whether you buy it ready-made at the grocery store or make it yourself, you should consider making a full switch or supplementing some of your dairy consumption for increased health benefits. WHAT IS ALMOND MILK? You can make your own, or you can buy it ready-made in the supermarket aisles. While there’s nothing wrong with making your own, many people prefer the convenience, flavors, or constant consistency. Plus, you’ll need to supplement or fortify it yourself. Plant-based milk replaces dairy in most recipes without issues. This includes in sauces, baked ...