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Four Reasons to Start Playing Disc Golf

The year 2020 taught us many things, one of which is that disc golf is for everyone! Here are four great reasons to start playing disc golf right now.

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Pycnogenol Guide (+ Top 5 Brands)

Pycnogenol is an extract from the bark of the French maritime pine tree, praised for its purported ability to support healthy hearts, minds, skin, and more.

Kava Guide + Top 6 Picks

Kava is notable for its calming, relaxing, and focusing effects. Some even consider it to be a beneficial alternative to alcohol, without the addictive qualities.

Best Paleo Protein Powders

Like with most diets, protein shakes are a popular supplement for those on paleo diets. So we’ve scoured the market to find the best paleo protein powders.

Protein Powders 101

Not sure where to start? Try here.

Protein Powder Guide

In this complete protein supplement guide, you’ll learn about different types of protein sources and which ones make the best protein powders. Read about why we need protein and how it helps us reach our fitness goals.

Health and Fitness History

Learn a little bit about the past.

Greek Diaulos (Race)

The Greek diaulos was a two-lap sprint around 200 meters. It was the second sport to be featured in the Read more.

History of Strength Training

The history of strength training, from ancient China to medieval Iceland – learn how these cultures disciplined their bodies to Read more.

hockey stick of William Moffatt - Health and Fitness History

History of Hockey

The history of hockey, from ancient Irish fields to frozen Canadian lakes – learn about the hockey sports different cultures Read more.

Compendium of Materia Medica

The Compendium of Materia Medica is considered the most influential ancient herbal text in the Traditional Chinese Medicine community. Read more.

Chinese Men Playing Cuju (Ancient Soccer) - Health and Fitness History

Chinese Cuju (Ancient Soccer)

Cuju, a sport similar to soccer, was popular for over a millennium across several Asian countries before fading away around Read more.

Ancient Egyptian Nutrition

Ancient Egyptian nutrition centered around bread, beer, and vegetables. Abundance of barley led to a diet heavy with all kinds Read more.

Greek Doctor and Patient - Health and Fitness History

Ancient Greek Medicine

Ancient Greek medicine paved the way for Western healthcare practices, growing from prayers to the gods to precise diagnoses and Read more.

first association football game in Hungary (1879) - Health and Fitness History

History of Soccer

The history of soccer, from ancient China to medieval Europe – learn about football games of the past and the Read more.

Bloodletting

Bloodletting covers a broad stretch of history, notably from ancient Greece (and not ancient Egypt) into 19th century Western culture. Read more.

Greek Woman Making Bread - Health and Fitness History

Ancient Greek Nutrition

Ancient Greek nutrition closely matched modern recommendations with regard to intake of each food group – a diet rich in Read more.

Greek Palaestra

The palaestra was an ancient Greek athletic establishment for combat sports. It was a central icon within the life of Read more.

Indian Wrestlers - Health and Fitness History

Malla-Yuddha (South Asian Wrestling)

Malla-yuddha was an ancient South Asian combat sport with rich cultural history, incorporating grappling, boxing, and martial arts. Read more.

Babylonian Tablet - Health and Fitness History

Ancient Babylonian Medicine

Ancient Babylonian medicine revolved heavily around magic and incantations with little scientific process aside from diagnoses and prognoses. Read more.