Hi everyone,I’m trying to understand the root cause of persistent muscle cramps after workout. My current suspicion is vitamin D supplementation without adequate magnesium, leading to increased neuromuscular excitability. I have been supplementing magnesium glycinate (~400–500 mg/day) consistently for about one month, but the cramping has not clearly improved yet (not worse, but not resolved). I’m aware evidence on magnesium and cramps is mixed, which makes this confusing. Is it physiologically plausible that magnesium-related cramping can take longer than 4 weeks to improve?

Hi everyone, I am excited to be part of the group. I follow Dr. Sung on YouTube and he is very knowledgeable. I am working on making exercising a life style.

Recent research has revealed something surprising about our post-workout habits. While many of us reach for antioxidant supplements after exercising, this might ACTUALLY be counterproductive. 🔬Here's the science mentioned in the papers: - Exercise creates beneficial oxidative stress that triggers our body's natural defense systems - High-dose antioxidant supplements post-workout can interfere with these adaptations - Studies show vitamins C and E might reduce endurance training benefits 👉 What does this mean for you? Consider: 1. Timing your antioxidant intake away from workouts 2. Focusing on whole foods over supplements 3. Allowing proper recovery between sessions https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7284926/ https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/2021/1947928 https://www.gssiweb.org/sports-science-exchange/article/sse-138-endurance-exercise-and-antioxidant-supplementation-sense-or-nonsense---part-2

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Interesting study on walking: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10643563/ ✅ Key benefits: - Cardiovascular health: Walking reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, and stroke. It improves blood pressure, endothelial function, and cardiorespiratory fitness. - Metabolic health: Regular walking decreases the risk of type 2 diabetes and helps manage blood glucose levels. - Cognitive function: Walking is associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia, potentially due to its effects on brain health and vascular function. - Mental health: Walking improves mood, reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety, and enhances overall psychological well-being. - Longevity: Consistent walking is linked to a reduced risk of all-cause mortality and promotes healthy aging. 👉 Recommendation for step count: Aiming for 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day can substantially reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, and premature death. For adults aged 60 and older, even 6,000 steps per day is associated with significant health benefits. P.S. If you don't have a fitness wearable, you can check on your iPhone Health App - I'm sure there is something comparable for Android!