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An Overview of the Epigenetics of Physical Exercise

Introduction Epigenetics of physical exercise is the study of epigenetic modifications to the cell genome resulting from physical exercise. Environmental factors, including physical exercise, have been shown to have a beneficial influence on epigenetic modifications. Generally, it has been shown that acute and long-term exercise has a significant effect on DNA methylation, an important aspect… Read More

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An Overview of Exercise Addiction

Introduction Exercise addiction is a state characterised by a compulsive engagement in any form of physical exercise, despite negative consequences. While regular exercise is generally a healthy activity, exercise addiction generally involves performing excessive amounts of exercise to the detriment of physical health, spending too much time exercising to the detriment of personal and professional… Read More

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What was ExerciseTV?

ExerciseTV was an American video-on-demand (VOD) service available to digital cable customers. The network received around eight million views every month. ExerciseTV workouts ranged from cardio and abs to yoga, pilates and personal training. Brief History ExerciseTV was launched in January 2006 by Jake Steinfeld, and was a joint venture between Steinfeld, Comcast, Time Warner… Read More

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An Overview of Rating of Perceived Exertion

Introduction In sports, health, and exercise testing, the rating of perceived exertion (RPE), as measured by the Borg rating of perceived exertion scale, is a quantitative measure of perceived exertion during physical activity. In medicine, this is used to document the patient’s exertion during a test for the severity of diseases. Sports coaches use the… Read More

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What is KAATSU?

Introduction Kaatsu (Japanese: 加圧, often styled as KAATSU or KAATSU) is a patented exercise method developed by Dr. Yoshiaki Sato that is based on blood flow moderation exercise (or vascular occlusion moderation training) involving compression of the vasculature proximal to the exercising muscles by the Kaatsu Master device. Invention In 1966 at the age of… Read More

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An Overview of Blood Flow Restriction Training

Introduction Blood flow restriction training / Occlusion Training (also abbreviated BFR training) or Occlusion Training or KAATSU is an exercise and rehabilitation modality where resistance exercise, aerobic exercise or physical therapy movements are performed while using an Occlusion Cuff which is applied to the proximal aspect of the muscle on either the arms or legs.… Read More