Health & Fitness
Health journeys, fitness routines, and wellness decisions.
Is there a "normalized speed" or similar multi-dimension score in running?
PathTested Team · Sep 3, 2026
Is there a "normalized speed" or similar multi-dimension score in running? Asking here per SE Sports suggestion I started to run, from zero. It is tough (I am aiming 6 min/km over 5 km but it is nowh
Is it harmful to one's health to skip breakfast?
PathTested Team · Sep 3, 2026
Is it harmful to one's health to skip breakfast? Lately, I have gained weight. I'd like to try skipping breakfast to help manage my weight. Is there credible research that supports the idea that skip
How to use a Garmin watch for an interval run?
PathTested Team · Sep 3, 2026
How to use a Garmin watch for an interval run? I am a beginner in running and would like to do some interval runs. Right now I do not know yet what "rest" interval will be good for me. I have a Vivoa
Does running reduce strength gains from weightlifting?
PathTested Team · Sep 2, 2026
Does running reduce strength gains from weightlifting? I go to the gym once every 2-3 days, and I've built up solid overall strength on my main lifts. Recently, I started running daily for half an ho
Myth or Truth? : Heavier dumbells make a woman muscular, lighter weights with more repetition make her leaner
PathTested Team · Sep 1, 2026
Myth or Truth? : Heavier dumbells make a woman muscular, lighter weights with more repetition make her leaner I'm a woman, 167cm height and probably 70kg in weight. I've had 3 pregnancies (one of the
I am finding Starting Strength too intense. What to do?
PathTested Team · Sep 1, 2026
I am finding Starting Strength too intense. What to do? I'm 34, been sedentary for years, and started Starting Strength three weeks ago following the program exactly. By day three of each week I'm so
Squats for aching lower back
PathTested Team · Sep 1, 2026
Squats for aching lower back What squat variations are good for people with lower back pain? Note the goal is not to treat the pain but rather to keep strengthening my quads pain-free (I'll deal with
Canvas boxing bag pros and cons?
PathTested Team · Sep 1, 2026
Canvas boxing bag pros and cons? Are there any drawbacks to a canvas boxing bag? Most boxing bags are made of either artificial leather (PU or PVC) or real leather. The boxing bag in my child's bedro
Effect of Weight on 5k Running Pace - Does it Matter if it is Muscle or Fat?
PathTested Team · Sep 1, 2026
Effect of Weight on 5k Running Pace - Does it Matter if it is Muscle or Fat? About two years ago, when I achieved my PR in the 5km, I found that my weight loss was resulting in as much muscle loss as
On this machine is the bar scored as 20 pounds?On this machine is the bar scored as 20 pounds?
PathTested Team · Sep 1, 2026
On this machine is the bar scored as 20 pounds? On this machine is the bar scored as 20 pounds?