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Oct 13, 2025 · Movement8 Ways Training Your Muscles Benefits Your Brain’s Longevity
Did you know that new research shows that the health benefits of fit muscles reach all the way into the brain? When you challenge your muscles with exercise, you are directly pushing back against brain aging, by producing rejuvenating hormone-like chemicals and stimulating the brain’s own protective “growth factors.” Indirectly, you’re enhancing your metabolism and lowering inflammation in ways that benefit the brain as well as the rest of your body. Think of your muscles as the brain’s bodyguard, and I urge you to get into a strength training groove now so your future self can, as they live long and prosper.
Apr 15, 2024 · Movement10 Ways to Avoid Injury and Keep Moving Pain-free
Movement is one of the cornerstones of a long and healthy life, not to mention one of the underrated joys of everyday life, a reliable mood-lifter. But when we challenge our bodies more intensely, to get greater health benefits or just for the fun of it, we increase the risk of injuring ourselves which obviously defeats the whole purpose. The good news here is that with some planning and observing some basic (but oh so easy to ignore) rules of the road, we can sidestep much of that risk, upping our odds of enjoying a vigorous old age, delaying frailty for as long as humanly possible.
Jan 8, 2024 · Movement24 Ways to Ditch Sugar in 2024 (and Beyond)
In honor of 2024, I’ve put together my 24-point list of tips for slaying the sugar monster once and for all. Here’s where to start.
Apr 3, 2023 · MovementHere’s Why You Must Add Strength Training to Your Fitness Mix
Having a solid cardio routine is great for your cardiovascular system but, what many people overlook, even among those who are really into exercise, is the importance of strength training. It is absolutely vital for maintaining health and well-being, particularly as we push into middle-age and beyond. One thing that can get in the way for many people is the desire to avoid spending time in the gym pumping iron and flexing in the mirrors with a bunch of sweaty strangers, and I can’t blame them for wanting to steer clear. But the good news is there are many other ways to challenge your muscles, and maintain your physical strength by finding a routine that suits you best.
Sep 5, 2022 · Movement4 Ways Exercise ‘Snacks’ and Micro Workouts Get Big Results
These days, it’s all about “micro” work-outs, sometimes known as (I’m not kidding) exercise “snacking,” and it’s a great way to give your body and brain the TLC they need to function well all day, every day. So, if you’re ready to start ‘snacking,’ your way to a healthier you, here’s what you need to know.
Jul 25, 2022 · Movement5 Ways Moving Your Body Builds Your Brain
Study after study has shown that people who move more don’t just have healthier hearts and lungs (and maybe better definition in the calf muscles). They usually score better on tests that measure memory and decision-making as well. There’s a reason that people in the health world sometimes call exercise “food for the brain,” and here are five more reasons to move more for brain health.
Jan 24, 2022 · MovementGet Fitter Faster in 2022 – and Burn More Fat – with HIIT
To live a long and healthy life, movement, and plenty of it, simply must be part of your overall plan. No surprises there. However, we all know that when life gets busy, regular exercise often slides down the to-do list. There just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day. Sound familiar? If so, now might be a good time to work some High Intensity Interval Training, or ‘HIIT,’ into your routine to get maximum bang for your movement buck, in the minimum amount of time.
Nov 1, 2021 · MovementA Simple 3-Month Muscle-Building Plan
Truth be told, just about everyone’s fitness slipped a bit as we all tried to muddle through. Granted, though we aren’t totally out of the woods just yet, now that the ground feels less shaky, it’s time to find our footing and start moving forward once again. In other words, it’s time to pull ourselves – and our fitness acts – back together. Here’s your slow and steady muscle-building roadmap
Sep 27, 2021 · Movement8 Ways to Rebuild Your Muscle Mass – Despite the Pandemic Pause
Chances are, over the past 18 pandemic months, your muscular fitness and mass may have slipped a bit. Unfortunately, all that muscular down time is associated with increased cancer risk, depression, lower cognitive ability, prediabetic blood sugar levels (even if you’re at a healthy weight), sleep disruption and a host of other issues. In short, all the makings of a physiological hot mess – so it’s time to flip the script. With gyms open again, outdoor fitness classes in every park and plenty of virtual classes or in-home classes to tune into, there are more muscle-building options than ever – which makes now a good time to start building your muscles back to pre-pandemic levels. Here’s how to get back in the game.
Jul 13, 2020 · Movement10 Ways to Move Your Body More Thru the Pandemic
No matter what long-term changes COVID-19 may bring about in this country, one thing is for sure: it’s imperative that you keep your body moving and stay fit throughout the pandemic and beyond. Not doing so comes at too high a price, the weaker your body is, the easier it may be for the virus to get a foothold inside it, and the worse the outcomes if you do get sick.
Oct 14, 2019 · Movement6 Ways to Walk Your Way to Health
Walking. Most of us have been doing it since we were very little kids. Not only is it an excellent way to get from one spot to the next, it's an excellent, and often underrated, form of exercise that far too many people simply don’t do enough of. Long commutes, sedentary jobs, family and social obligations make finding time tough, but walking is an essential health-booster that I urge everybody to fit into their day – even if it’s only for a few minutes at a time.
Mar 5, 2019 · MovementBuild Strong Muscles at Any Age
Muscles. We all have them, and without them, we’d have a pretty tough time moving through the day. If you spend much of the week behind a desk and commuting to an office, chances are, the answer is ‘no,’ even if you do manage to get a few workouts in during the week.
Feb 28, 2019 · Movement12 Thoughts on Why You Must Move as Much as You Can
Good, tough, sweaty workouts are enriching, empowering, and if you want to achieve your physical peak, they’re also a must-do. But they’re not the be-all and end-all – and not everyone is built for, or has the time for, semi-pro levels of training.