Does exercise during a diet cause weight gain instead of loss?
When starting strength training, muscles are exposed to stress they are not used to, and the body begins recovering and accumulating fluids. So does exercise cause weight gain?
Exercise
The sport that manages to get even workout haters addicted to physical activity
The simple truth about physical activity that is easy to adopt
Living better for longer: Israeli fitness experts on how to stay strong and healthy as you age
The Japanese trick that reduces weight and blood pressure
Japanese studies show that walking in 3-minute intervals brings more impressive results than regular walking or the common goal of 10,000 daily steps.
This is the sport that adds the most years to your life—and it's completely Israeli
A major Danish study shows that racquet sports like tennis, badminton, and even matkot reduce mortality by 47% and extend life more than any other physical activity.
3 types of activities that strengthen the brain more than any other sport
A large-scale study involving over 258,000 participants reveals that three specific types of physical activity improve memory, attention, and cognitive function more than any other form of exercise.
4×4: The Norwegian fitness trend that promises a heart 20 years younger
This simple trend developed in Norway promises to dramatically improve fitness and heart health through three short workouts a week – but can we really trust the bold promises?
Experts reveal: 4 simple exercises for the shelter – that will restore your sense of control
What happens to the body when it remains in emergency mode for weeks on end, and how four simple exercises can save our soul from emotional paralysis during war.
A sports physical therapist’s guide to conquering the Jerusalem Marathon
Here are some tips I’ve learned over two and a half decades of distance running and injury prevention that can help in the Jerusalem Marathon.
Israelis struggle with weight gain in the shadow of war
During the Israel-Hamas War, many Israelis find themselves struggling with weight gain, their worries over the scale not as much of a priority as their worries about family.
What is the best time of day to exercise?
If you plan to exercise during the day, certain times may have certain advantages, specifically during the morning.
Itzik Weksler: Fitness trainer shares tips for Jerusalem Winner Marathon
Jerusalemite of the week: Fitness trainer Itzik Weksler was wounded fighting Hamas in Gaza, but will still run part of the Jerusalem Marathon. He shares his story and tips for runners.
The top 10 fitness trends for 2024
The ACSM publishes annual fitness trends, including advanced trackers and community programs, to promote physical activity. Here are their 2024 trend predictions.
