The world’s oldest pants feature no less than four weaving techniques to ensure they were both flexible yet sturdy. Found on the remains of a man whose items suggested he fought on horseback, the pants were snug at the waist, stretchy at the crotch, sturdy at the knees, and woven from one piece of fabric. At the knees, one of the techniques used was tapestry weaving, which created a fabric that was thick and sturdy, but less flexible than the twill used for the crotch area. Read full article here
Health
Electrical Muscle Stimulation Takes The Work Out Of Your Workouts
Growing stronger and losing weight without putting in the effort seems like a fairytale, right? Electrical muscle stimulation might make the dream come true. During EMS, a full-body suit sends out electric charges that stimulate your muscles as if you’ve actually worked out. Older people, in particular, are reaping the benefits. Since they can’t do traditional strength training anymore, EMS is a viable alternative that keeps them healthy and strong. Some evidence suggests that the benefits go beyond strength training; EMS seems to promote cell growth and slow down the ageing process! Read full article here
Merv
August 12, 2022
