Why Building Muscle is the Key to Living Longer

Building and maintaining muscle strength is one of the most important factors to living a long and healthy life, according to Northeastern University experts. “Muscle mass really is the key to longevity. It really is our insurance policy for how long we want to stay functional,” says Elaina Manolis, assistant clinical professor of physical therapy, […]

Build Muscle in Your Legs Without Joint Pain: Personal Trainer Tips

Don’t let sore knees derail your next leg day — you can build muscle and strength in your lower body and avoid joint pain with the proper routine, according to a personal trainer.  “Many trainers will tell you to squat and deadlift. They’re fantastic exercises, but if someone is having joint pain during them, it’s […]

Maintaining continuity: Keeping air/moisture barriers continuous at movement conditions

All images courtesy Sto Corp. by John ChamberlinAt this point, most design/construction professionals have a pretty good understanding of the need for well-designed air and moisture control layers in wall assemblies. Water-resistive barriers (WRBs) have been in use for decades; in more recent years, a number of new systems have popped up that combine these […]