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Understanding fitness: why should you do compound movements?
Compound movements are exercises that involve multiple joints. The compound movement concept consists of building a well-rounded and functional body. There are many compound movements that you should learn before starting your fitness journey. In the fitness industry, squats, bench presses, and deadlifts are the most commonly discussed exercises. However, other compound exercises involving multiple…
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Understanding the aquarium: why you should use sponge filters?
The filter system is one of the most critical components of your aquarium hobby. It houses beneficial bacteria, and it acts to filter out the mechanical debris of your water system. It, therefore, lowers toxic nitrogenous compounds such as ammonia and nitrite. There are several types of filter systems. These include a sponge, hang-on-the-back, sump,…
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Product review: Is YouTube premium worth it?
YouTube Premium is one tremendous tool that can save time and money. It used to be called YouTube Red. As someone who grew up with the invention of the internet, YouTube has been one of the best video platforms to share ideas and creativity and educate others. It is also one of the most excellent…
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Understanding nature: Top 5 beginner plants you should buy
Having houseplants in your living spaces can boost your physical and mental health. One of the most common concerns for most plant owners is that they think it is challenging to keep them alive. However, you can have a green thumb with proper plant care, such as a routine watering schedule and picking the right…
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Understanding finances: What is inflation and how does it affect you?
With recession upon us, we must consider how inflation will affect us. At the time of writing this article, the inflation rate is about 8.6%, which is the highest since 1981. According to the Oxford dictionary, the definition of inflation is “a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.” The…
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Understanding fitness: why you should let go of the bench press?
The bench press has been one of the most commonly used techniques to build the pectoral muscle. To exercise this muscle group, you must perform a pushing motion against your torso. And the pushing motion angle can help develop different components of the pectoralis major muscle. Interestingly, the bench press has been ingrained in the…
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Understanding the aquarium: why you should stay freshwater?
The freshwater aquarium hobby can be gratifying. Compared to the saltwater counterpart, some people may say that the freshwater aquarium is less exciting because of the lack of color, variety, and complexity. However, there are so many unique opportunities and different types of fish that you can keep. And these species are very colorful and…
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Opinions in medicine: Why do resident physicians deserve better pay?
Resident physicians are doctors that completed medical school and are in the process of becoming specialists. The number of years required to graduate depend on their specialty and interest. Some residencies are three years in length, while some are seven years. Unfortunately, this population is the most vulnerable as they have one of the lowest…
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Understanding nature: why you should keep houseplants?
Keeping houseplants can be very beneficial to your physical and mental health. Interestingly, there has been a dramatic increase in the demand for houseplants since the COVID 19 pandemic. The need for houseplants has increased by 18% since the pandemic started. According to Houseplant Statistics, about 7 in 10 millennials are now claiming to be…