But wait, there’s more: The antidepressant effects associated with exercise are linked to a drop in stress hormones such as cortisol. Swedish researchers have shown this to be associated with more cell growth in the hippocampus, the brain area responsible for memory and learning.... Read More
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Exercise: How You Can Improve Your Performance with Music
The researchers postulate that the positive effects of music may be secondary to an altered perception of effort when we listen to tunes. Personally, when I have mental fatigue, it affects activities such as exercise. I love that music serves as an effective way to reduce this influence.... Read More
Exercise and Heart Health: How Much Do You Need to Do?
EMBRACE EXERCISE and general fitness, and you will likely experience improvements in heart health and quality of life. Also, we have the known beneficial effects on weight control, lipids, blood pressure, and more.... Read More
Dodge Obesity Through Exercise
Dodge obesity through exercise: How doing even half the recommended amount of physical activity can lower risk Let’s focus on the importance of engaging in regular physical activity, even if... Read More
Drop Blood Pressure: Stretch or Walk?
Drop blood pressure: Stretch or walk? Stretching may be more effective than brisk walking at lowering blood pressure. “I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that... Read More
You Exercised. What Should You Eat?
Six options for a healthy post-workout snack. You exercised. What should you eat? Exercise uses a lot of energy. Today we turn to how you can use nutrition (within 15... Read More