Health Hacks

Early research in the late 90s showed that creatine supplementation increased total body water, and that has been the widely accepted truth ever since then, but is it really true? In this article, Dr. Paul Henning looks at the total body of research to see if creatine supplementation actually increases water retention.

The effects of creatine supplementation in increasing muscle strength, lean mass, and exercise performance/muscle function are well documented, but did you know that creatine may exert powerful effects on how your brain functions too? In this article, Dr. Paul Henning explains the benefits of creatine on the brain.

We all know the benefits of exercise as it relates to heart health, strength, and muscle development, but what is often not talked about is how exercise protects our brain. In this article, Dr. Paul Henning examines the research related to exercise and brain health and how you can train to optimize mental performance.

Implementation of this simple lifestyle change surprisingly stabilizes the physiology, reduces inflammation, pain, and stress, enhances sleep, blood flow, and lymphatic/venous return to the heart, and produces greater well-being. In this article, Dr. Paul Henning dives deep on a topic many people aren't even aware of.

Health and fitness have become a viral, more accepted terrace still being explored by many. Check out the 25 best fitness models to follow on Instagram!

Walking into the gym with a plan in mind is part of what helps keep you motivated and on track. Workout splits can help!

Ballistic stretching involves quick swinging or bouncing movements to stretch your muscles through an intense range of motion, and it can benefit flexibility!

While winter is often associated with seasonal affective disorder, many people experience mood changes that begin in spring and persist into summer. Some people refer to this type of depression as 'reverse seasonal affective disorder'.  In this article, Dr. Paul Henning provides tips how to mitigate these effects.

Not only do big forearms look good, but they’re also extremely important when it comes to training our grip and ensuring good wrist health. Here's a detailed guide on how to do wrist twists for forearm strength and size!

A personal trainer can be an invaluable resource for helping you achieve your fitness goals. Here's a detailed guide on how much personal trainers cost and how to find the right one for you!

Intermittent fasting has proven in recent years to be a popular and effective method of not only losing weight but also improving overall health and wellness. Here's a detailed guide on the 10 intermittent fasting rules that are critical for success!

Building a pair of strong and aesthetic calves can be quite the challenge. Here are the 10 best calf exercises for strong, sculpted legs!

According to the World Health Organization, nearly 2 billion adults are overweight and more than 600 million patients are obese. Today more than ever people are looking to strategies such as intermittent fasting as a way to lose weight. But does it really work? Dr. Paul Henning looks at the research to find out.

Marijuana has long been used for its beneficial effects on stress, anxiety, and more, however much less is known about its effects on hormones and building muscle. In this article, Dr. Paul Henning breaks down the research to determine whether it is good, bad or neutral for your muscle building efforts.

Finding out the cause of low testosterone is not as simple as it may seem. There are many factors that contribute to low testosterone levels. Here's a detailed guide on what causes low testosterone in men!