When recent Muscle & Fitness Hers cover model Karen McDougal opted for breast augmentation surgery in 1996, her doctor didn’t mention any risks beyond a small chance of capsular contraction, a complication that can…

They don’t last forever. Most women will need to have their implants taken out or replaced every 10 to 15 years. As many as 20% of women who receive implants…

There can be a number of reasons you’re losing energy mid-workout,” says Carwyn Sharp, Ph.D., C.S.C.S., chief science officer for the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Start with fuel: Muscle requires energy,…

Insomnia may be linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, according to recent research published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. The symptoms of insomnia—difficulty initiating sleep,…

Opting for your bike helmet instead of your car keys may have a drastic effect on your health, aside from your fitness level. A study from the University of Glasgow found cycling to…

We all know that we’re burning extra calories during workouts, but there are ways to amp up your calorie-burning potential. Nancy Clark, M.S., R.D., a sports dietitian near Boston, has three tips to consider…

Too many people think it’s all about the training. Of course, you can’t look great unless you consistently train hard, but I would never have been able to achieve the…

It may be obvious that making healthy choices during pregnancy is a good idea for moms-to-be, but what those choices should be often leads to a lot of discussion and…

You may already be posting your #transformation photos and #training shots, but if you want to improve your diet, try uploading your latest lunch. A study out of the University…

We all know that we’re burning extra calories during workouts, but there are ways to amp up your calorie-burning potential. Nancy Clark, M.S., R.D., a sports dietitian near Boston, has three tips to consider…