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19/04/2022

23/01/2022

Real talk: Few things motivate healthier choices better than waking up with the meat sweats, heartburn, a hangover, or say… a looming global pandemic.
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If the last two years have taught us anything, it’s that our health is one of our most prized possessions.

But that doesn’t mean that getting or staying healthy is easy.

The good news? Reaching the “Are you still watching?” message on our TVs can sometimes actually give you that I-can’t-wait-to-get-a-workout-in buzz.⁠
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🔑Find out the other key lessons overindulgence can teach you.
http://ow.ly/R1ve50HAHWz

17/01/2022

Type 2 diabetes is preventable, and in some cases reversible.

The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) is a 1-year program, which includes both didactic sessions and 1-on-1 counseling sessions. The CDC has now released new diabetes prevention program standards for physical activity for this program.

Learn about the recommendations in this new blog from Liz Joy, M.D., MPH, FACSM: http://ow.ly/wpiT50Hv6V5

14/01/2022

How healthy is your poo?

11/01/2022

Movement, any movement will count…

"How much exercise is needed to 'offset' a day of sitting?"

"... while more time spent being sedentary is associated with an increased risk of death, this risk increase can be partially offset by 30 to 40 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day.”

The above is an excerpt of our summary of the study PMID: 33239356. Read it for free: https://examine.news/fb220111

01/01/2022

New year, same ethos… 💪

18/12/2021

We spoke to sport and eating disorder dietician Renee McGregor.

22/11/2021

Consistency is key but you don’t need to be consistent 100% of the time. Any kind of effort will result in a change.

Aiming to hit 10,000 steps? Don’t beat yourself up if you miss a day or two. Go again the next day, just be consistent 👌👍.

Exclusive body transformation research: We analyzed a year’s worth of data from 1,000 nutrition coaching clients to find out how much effort it really takes to make meaningful change—to your body, your health, and even how you feel about yourself. These findings could shift the way you think abo...

29/08/2021

One of the simplest forms of exercise you can do is walking 👌

Want to start walking? Whether you just want to create a daily habit, go the distance, or walk faster, these three four-week programs will help you reach your goals to beginning a walking routine.

14/07/2021

Older men and women who walked for six months showed improvements in white matter and memory, while those who danced or did stretching exercises did not.

05/07/2021

Balance…

🏃🏻 All healthy adults aged 18–65 yr should participate in moderate intensity aerobic physical activity for a minimum of 30 min on five days per week, or vigorous intensity aerobic activity for a minimum of 20 min on three days per week.
💪🏾 Every adult should perform activities that maintain or increase muscular strength and endurance for a minimum of two days per week.

Learn more about physical activity guidelines and access 40+ free resources: http://ow.ly/PmpJ50FnGEb

28/06/2021

I’ve said it before but if there was such a thing as a magic pill, exercise would be it…

And 30 minutes of activity 5 days a week decreases the risk of severe illness from infectious diseases by 37%.

22/06/2021

Something is better than nothing…

Inactive people who start moving get the biggest bang for their buck. Experts now say that any physical activity counts – even just a few minutes! Fit in 2, 5, 10 or 20 minutes throughout your day. Every active minute adds up to better health.

Learn more: http://ow.ly/7hzQ50F8z0H

08/06/2021

Exercise is Medicine encourages TEENS to be ACTIVE: "Did you know that immediately after physical activity you can focus better, think more quickly and be a better problem solver? Being active also helps you sleep better, feel happier, build stronger bones and stay at a healthy weight."

For the handout, see: www.exerciseismedicine.org/assets/page_documents/EIM_Rx%20for%20Health_Teens.pdf

04/06/2021

People with mild-to-moderate high blood pressure and high cholesterol can lower them without having to turn to medications, a new statement says.

22/05/2021

No matter what your speed,
just keep moving forwards. 🙌

18/05/2021

“How can I tell if I’m drinking enough water?”⁠
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Here’s a good way to tell: Check your urine.⁠
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By comparing your urine color to what’s shown in this hydration chart, you’ll get a pretty accurate gauge on your hydration levels.⁠
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Click the link to download the chart, so you have it handy for your next bathroom break: http://ow.ly/VnY850EOtoN

11/05/2021

Include activities to promote muscular fitness. Check out the many benefits in this infographic from ACSM: https://www.acsm.org/docs/default-source/files-for-resource-library/resistance-training-for-health.pdf