Posts tagged body composition

Does testosterone increase metabolism in men?

Does testosterone increase metabolism in men?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 09, 2025 · 11 min read

Many men hear that more testosterone means a faster metabolism and effortless fat loss. In reality, testosterone can nudge metabolism in the right direction for men with true deficiency, but the payoff depends heavily on muscle, movement, diet, and sleep. “In my clinic, testosterone is never a magic metabolism hack. In men who are genuinely ...

Semaglutide and testosterone: The science of combining therapies for men

Semaglutide and testosterone: The science of combining therapies for men

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD avatar
Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate
Dec 08, 2025 · 10 min read

For men fighting the double burden of obesity and low testosterone, standard diet advice often fails. New research suggests that combining metabolic support with hormone optimization creates a synergy that protects muscle while burning fat. “Men often view their weight and their hormones as two separate problems to solve. In reality, they are deeply interconnected. ...

The metabolic truth: How many calories does masturbation actually burn?

The metabolic truth: How many calories does masturbation actually burn?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD avatar
Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 13 min read

Masturbation does burn calories, but not nearly enough to count as a workout. Here is what the research says, how many calories jerking off actually burns, and how to fold it into a smart, male-focused weight plan. “Masturbation is normal, healthy sexual behavior for most men. It burns a few calories and can ease stress, ...

Henry Cavill weight training: The physiology behind the Man of Steel’s physique

Henry Cavill weight training: The physiology behind the Man of Steel’s physique

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS avatar
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 10 min read

Building a superhero body requires more than just showing up to the gym. From metabolic demands to neuromuscular adaptation, here is the clinical science behind the training and recovery habits that power Henry Cavill’s transformation. “When we look at a physique like Cavill’s, we often fixate on the heavy lifting. But the real magic happens ...

What do elliptical trainers do for your physique and longevity?

What do elliptical trainers do for your physique and longevity?

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS avatar
Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert
Dec 07, 2025 · 13 min read

Elliptical trainers are more than a backup plan when every treadmill is taken. Here is what they actually do to your muscles, joints, heart, and hormones, and how men can use them for real results. “When guys ask me what do elliptical trainers do, they usually underestimate them. Used with real intent and proper form, ...

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