Athletes, driven by the pursuit of peak performance, have been in the spotlight for numerous studies exploring how various dietary patterns optimize performance. Due to the breadth of research and recommendations available, athletes are at a crossroads when determining the best way to fuel their goals. For this reason, our Stanford Lifestyle Medicine team members […]
By Maya Shetty, BS In an era where time is a precious commodity, individuals are constantly seeking efficient ways to achieve their fitness goals. Amidst this quest, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which is a type of interval training (IT), has gained popularity among fitness enthusiasts due to its ability to yield significant health benefits in […]
A groundbreaking nutrition study for female collegiate runners was recently published by Professor Michael Fredericson, MD, Stanford Lifestyle Medicine (SLM) Director, and Megan Roche, MD, member of the SLM Movement & Exercise pillar. The study’s goals were to improve the health of these runners through a diet intervention, decrease the incidence of bone stress injuries […]
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is an intense workout that effectively boosts aerobic capacity and overall health in a shorter amount of time than traditional workouts. Former pro-athlete, celebrity trainer, and founder of Platinum Fitness, Peter Park, recommends HIIT workouts for his clients at every fitness level. He suggests one-to-two HIIT workouts per week, in addition […]
By Carly Smith, BS, MPH Stanford Lifestyle Medicine (SLM) is pleased to welcome Sharon Brock, MEd, MS, as the new program manager and lead writer/editor. With a master’s degree from Columbia University journalism school and 17 years of experience as a science journalist, Brock brings a wealth of editorial knowledge to the position and is […]
The Stanford Lifestyle Medicine Summer Research Program was in full swing this summer, training a select group of high school and undergraduate students to become adept scientific writers and reporters. Dr. Oppezzo created this summer program to inspire young scientists to delve into lifestyle medicine and cultivate the skills to effectively communicate research findings to […]
Many people believe running is bad for your knees, but this commonly-held belief is not backed by solid evidence. Let’s take a closer look at the research and unravel the truth behind this myth. A recent study explored the public’s perception of running and knee joint health–the findings were surprising. Around 29 percent of the […]