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This new term can help your workout:

06 Wednesday Jan 2021

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Social facilitation. That’s the tendency to perform better when you know you’re being watched. And, according to sports psychologists, it’s why, when you run with a friend who’s a little fitter than you, you run faster. Or you try harder in an exercise class when the instructor is walking around the room, watching your moves. So, if you have trouble with motivation when you’re working out, it pays to exercise in a group or with a friend. Just remember: Social facilitation, and at the moment, social distancing too.

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The #1 New Year’s Resolution:

31 Thursday Dec 2020

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Exercise regularly. People who work out live up to 7 years longer than those who don’t. Also, exercise can reduce depression and boost self-esteem. Just 10 minutes of activity three times a day can do the trick. So go for a run, take a walk, use water bottles as weights, or get on that exercise bicycle. Just get moving!

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Will I exercise today?

05 Thursday Nov 2020

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To boost the odds you’ll put on your sneakers and go for a run – or hit the gym, ask yourself: “Will I exercise today?” Doing that significantly boosts your chances of working out, according to the Journal of Consumer Psychology. That’s because asking yourself questions makes you more aware of your choices, and more likely to make healthier decisions. The same thing applies to asking, “Am I going to eat more chips?” Bottom line: People who questioned themselves about exercise and eating were more likely to cut calories and work out.

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Here’s an excellent reason to get up off the sofa and get some exercise:

20 Tuesday Oct 2020

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Too much sitting significantly raises your risk of cancer! According to the researchers at WebMD, people who stay physically active most of their lives are 73% less likely to develop bladder cancer, and 77% less likely to develop kidney cancer. That’s compared to lifelong couch potatoes. 

According to the Mayo Clinic, we should all be getting at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week, like a brisk walk, or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, like a heart pumping low-impact workout on a stationary bike. 

Bottom line: More exercise equals less of a cancer risk. 

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Having trouble sleeping?

06 Tuesday Oct 2020

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Skip the sleeping pills, and take a walk instead! The American Academy of Sleep Medicine says over-the-counter sleep aids can make you feel even MORE tired because they contain antihistamines, which can trigger daytime drowsiness. But the Journal of Sleep Research found insomniacs who got 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise on most days fell asleep faster and slept longer than those who didn’t exercise. Because exercise helps regulate your internal clock, leaving you feeling drowsy at bedtime, and reduces the stress and anxiety that can keep you awake.

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Want to make sure you’re still following your exercise plan 3 months from now?

05 Monday Oct 2020

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Take it outside! Research shows people who exercise outdoors are far more likely to still be at it after 3 months, compared to those who exercise exclusively indoors. The reason? Because you’re not as likely to get bored with the great outdoors, compared to the same ole treadmill. Plus, getting out in nature, and seeing trees, grass, and even dirt is a proven happiness-booster, which makes you much more likely to stick with your fitness program.

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Don’t log on to Facebook or Instagram before your workout.

17 Thursday Sep 2020

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Because scrolling through all the pictures of your fabulous life can make you feel great! But, communications Science professor Dr. Catalina Toma says, there’s a downside. She says reliving all those fun times can make you feel like you don’t need to improve yourself, because your life is so wonderful, and you’ll be less likely to hit the gym. So hold off on browsing through your online life until after your workout.

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Go ahead and buy a cool sports water bottle and keep it at work.

27 Thursday Aug 2020

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Because that can prompt you to be more physically active, and make exercise a regular part of your life. Researchers at the UK’s Bangor University found having a visual cue where you’ll see it all the time – say, something you always use for exercise, like your water bottle, ear-buds, or running shoes – makes people more likely to follow through and work out. The physical reminder boosts activity in the brain region linked to organization and planning – and literally doubles your odds of becoming a regular exerciser.

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Walking, jogging and running boosts brain health.

05 Wednesday Aug 2020

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And not because of calories burned, or exercise intensity. It’s because of your FEET!

According to New Mexico Highlands University, each impact of the foot creates pressure waves in the arteries, boosting the blood supply, and optimizing brain function. Walking significantly boosts blood flow to the brain… and running does even more. But exercises like biking don’t have the same effect on the brain’s blood supply. So while all types of exercise are good for overall health, ones where your feet strike the ground may be best for your brain.

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On days you can’t exercise, soak in a hot, steamy bath.

13 Wednesday May 2020

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It’ll mimic some of the health benefits. University of Oregon physiologists had sedentary people relax in a tub of hot water – roughly 104-degrees – up to their necks, for about 15 minutes. And those who did that every day for 2 months had lower blood pressure and more flexible blood vessels. And on top of the heart benefits, exercisers also got relief from muscle and joint pain by soaking after a workout. That’s because a hot bath expands and relaxes blood vessels while increasing blood flow and oxygen.

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