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Beef Protein Isolate Review: Is Equip Foods Prime Protein a Good Dairy-Free Option?
My honest review of Equip Foods Prime Protein beef protein isolate, including muscle-building science, collagen comparison, taste, and ingredients.
Emma Mattison
3 days ago6 min read
EMS Glute Trainer Review: What Electrical Muscle Stimulation Can (and Can’t) Do for Your Glutes
Testing the Midrex Aqua Lift EMS glute trainer: what EMS can and can’t do for glute “toning,” strength, and shape—plus my real experience.
Emma Mattison
Mar 37 min read
Infrared Sauna Blanket Benefits: What the Research Says (Plus Reddit Takes + My Real Results)
Infrared sauna blanket benefits—sleep, recovery, skin, and safety. Here’s what the research says, what Reddit gets right, and my honest results.
Emma Mattison
Mar 37 min read
Muse Athena Review: The EEG + fNIRS Headband That Finally Trains Focus (Not Just Relaxation)
Muse Athena combines EEG + fNIRS for focus training and sleep tracking. Here’s what stood out, what’s annoying, and who it’s worth it for. Muse Athena review.
Emma Mattison
Feb 254 min read
Myndlift Review: Turning a Muse Headband Into Guided Neurofeedback Support (and What It Can’t Do)
Myndlift pairs Muse EEG with guided neurofeedback and brain maps. Here’s our experience, what it may help with, and key limits to know. Myndlift review
Emma Mattison
Feb 254 min read
Muse S Headband Review: EEG Sleep Tracking, Deep Sleep Insights, and Who It’s Actually For (40+)
Muse S is an EEG sleep headband that tracks sleep stages and offers soundscapes & meditations. Here’s what we learned testing it—and who it’s for. Muse S headband
Emma Mattison
Feb 255 min read
Pedometer Accuracy: What’s Actually Reliable (and What’s Not) for Step Tracking After 40
Pedometer accuracy varies by technology and placement. Learn which step counters are most reliable—especially at slow walking speeds—and why.
Emma Mattison
Feb 255 min read
Apple Watch Alternative for Android: My Honest Anyloop Band 2 Review (Under $50)
Looking for an Apple Watch alternative for Android? Here’s my honest Anyloop Band 2 review—features, setup, and what the accuracy can’t promise.
Emma Mattison
Feb 186 min read
How to Increase Bone Density: 8 Practical Steps That Actually Work
Learn 8 practical, science-backed ways to increase bone density: weight-bearing exercise, strength training, nutrition, supplements, and fall prevention. How to increase bone density.
Emma Mattison
Feb 165 min read
Best Supplements for Athletic Performance Over 40 (The Top 4 I Recommend)
Boost strength, endurance, and recovery after 40 with 4 evidence-backed supplements: creatine, beta-alanine, ashwagandha, and rhodiola rosea. Best supplements for athletic performance over 40
Emma Mattison
Feb 164 min read
TRX Suspension Training Home Kit Review: What You Get, What It Costs, and Who It’s Best For
TRX Home Kit review: what’s in the box, door anchor pros/cons, travel setup tips, and how to buy it for less without sacrificing quality. Emma Mattison Fitness
Emma Mattison
Feb 125 min read
Can You Really "Sweat Out" a Cold? Debunking Exercise Myths for the 40+ Generation
Debunking the myth: Can the 40+ generation really "sweat out" a cold through exercise? Dive into the science and history behind this popular
Emma Mattison
Aug 22, 20235 min read
Why Am I Always Tired After Working Out? Uncovering Overtraining for 40 and Over
Feeling drained post-exercise? Explore why you're always tired after working out and discover the signs of overtraining tailored for those 4
Emma Mattison
Aug 15, 20235 min read
Boosting Grip Strength for Older Adults: Exercises & Benefits - MyZeniverse™ Blog
Explore the critical role of grip strength for older adults in our latest MyZeniverse™ blog. Discover expert tips on improving grip strength
Emma Mattison
Apr 26, 20239 min read
Keep Up with the Grandkids! Top 10 Functional Exercises for Older Adults.
Written by Emma Mattison, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Functional Aging Specialist, and MS(c) Exercise Physiology....
Emma Mattison
Feb 21, 20235 min read
Are Resistance Bands Better Than Weights?
What's the truth? Which is better for strength? Which is better for those with health conditions, or the elderly? Find out in this article!
Emma Mattison
Dec 29, 202212 min read
A Silent Killer: Understanding Fall & Injury Prevention
Written by Emma Mattison, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Functional Aging Specialist, and MS(c) Exercise Physiology....
Emma Mattison
Nov 29, 202210 min read
6 Most Common Bad Postures... AND How to Fix Them!
Written by Emma Mattison, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Functional Aging Specialist, and MS(c) Exercise Physiology....
Emma Mattison
Oct 11, 202213 min read
Should You Do Cardio Before or After Weights?
Should I do cardio first before weights, or should I do weights first before cardio? Let's see what everyone thinks first! Then read on to s
Emma Mattison
Sep 16, 20228 min read
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