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Ask Dr. Cohen How to Stay in Shape: The Fitness Pyramid Explained By Dr. Rick Cohen • Updated September 8, 2025 In this article, I’ll show you how to stay in shape at any age — after 40, after 50, in the winter, and beyond. Instead of chasing endless workouts, we’ll use a proven fitness pyramid to organize your priorities so you can actually get results that last. Much like the food pyramid, this fitness pyramid works from the ground up: the most important habits at the bottom, and the least important at the top. The surprise? Exercise programs aren’t...

Less Is More: Why Short Workouts Are Better Than Long Ones In this thought-provoking article, the case is made that focused, intense sessions can outperform longer workouts. The perspective challenges old assumptions and highlights why shorter exercise routines deliver efficient, reliable results—aligning with the training and fueling strategies you’ll find on our website. Maximizing time and energy. With smart intensity, “time under tension” stays high while total time stays low. Tight rest periods and compound movements create a demanding stimulus that fits real schedules—especially when paired with the correct supplementation. Avoiding overtraining. Very long sessions invite fatigue, form breakdown, higher...

Ask Dr. Cohen Special Goat Whey Protein vs. Cow Whey Protein: Which Is Better? By Dr. Rick Cohen • Updated September 18, 2025 Goat whey protein and cow whey protein are both popular dairy-based supplements—but are they really the same? While they share similarities in protein content, goat whey offers unique digestive and nutrient advantages. And beyond both, there may be an even better option for those seeking complete protein plus collagen support. Similarities Between Goat and Cow Whey Protein Both goat and cow whey are created through the same process: milk is curdled, curds are skimmed, and whey is...

The 2-Minute Bar Hang: Longevity Predictor, Strength Test, and Daily Reset By Dr. Rick Cohen • Updated September 18, 2025 Most people see the 2-minute bar hang as a social media challenge. In reality, it’s one of the most accurate predictors of long-term health, independence, and performance. If you can hang from a bar for two minutes straight, research shows you are more likely to live longer, stay stronger, and maintain mobility well into later life. That’s why we’ve brought this test into our Ask Dr. Cohen series. It’s not just about bragging rights—it’s about measuring a key marker of...