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Kierkegaard took long walks in the afternoon. Dickens once hoofed it 30 miles from London to his country home. Diogenes’ advice was said to be “solvitur ambulando”—it is solved by walking around. In Wanderlust: A History of Walking, Rebecca Solnit unpacks the appeal of perambulation: “Walking allows us to be in our bodies and in the world without being made busy by them. It leaves us free to think without being wholly lost in our thoughts.”
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Physical and Mental Health - Exercise, Fitness and Activity
Healthy body, healthy mind! Physical Exercise, Fitness, Running, Jogging, Gym and Activity. Twitter Hashtag: #GymEd - The articles here are general in nature and placed here to promote discussion. We advise that you talk with your health professional before changing any of your medication or treatment options. Any of the online courses listed here may (or may not) be open for access or enrolment. Most are free to browse, some may charge a small fee if you wish to receive a certificate or record of learning. Every effort is made to ensure that these links are up to date and be aware that some of these articles may be behind a 'paywall'. If you can’t get into an article, email me and I may be able to assist. Views are my own. Curated by Peter Mellow |
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May 2, 2012 4:03 AM
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Hi there and welcome to Physical and Mental Health. I hope you like the articles that I have selected around fitness, exercise, running and health.
Twitter Hashtag: #GymEd #FitPhilosophy
I also curate a Flipboard topic on the Philosophy of Exercise, Running and Sport:
https://flipboard.com/@petermellow/the-philosophy-of-fitness-exercise-sport-and-running-m23msv2qy
Or search by clicking the 'philosophy' button from the topic list above (or any of the other topics). Twitter Hashtag: #FitPhilosophy #PhilosophyOfFitness
http://www.vimeo.com/showcase/philosophyoffitness
Remember that there are many pages of links here, see the full list of pages at the bottom of this page!
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December 23, 9:25 PM
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Wellness culture is an intoxicating cocktail, blending evolved social preferences for health, fertility and social status with the signalling power of social media.
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December 21, 5:10 PM
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A day on the slopes can be great exercise, but only if you do it right.
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December 21, 5:10 PM
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This classic indoor exercise machine has some tricks up its sleeve. Here are four workouts, for runners and walkers, to get the most of your steps.
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December 21, 5:07 PM
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Here are some low-equipment, time-efficient strategies to keep you exercising through the break.
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December 15, 6:01 PM
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You don’t need a $40,000 gym membership to live a longer, healthier life.
Pretty simple: Exercise, Sleep, Eat better, train your brain to be optimistic, and review your progress and how you feel!
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December 13, 8:56 PM
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Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.
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December 10, 7:24 PM
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Running tends to get characterised as an entirely physical pursuit, which is probably why I avoided it for so long
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December 9, 5:08 PM
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In a suburban Canberra gym, no questions are asked. If you identify as a domestic violence survivor, you're in. The WEST Project is an innovative program helping women build themselves back up through powerlifting.
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December 8, 4:55 PM
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The boom in women’s strength training has also led to an increase in steroid use. There are ways to turn this trend around, though.
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December 6, 5:30 PM
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Millions of us strap them on our wrists 24/7, but they could be making us more stressed.
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CCTV footage showing the moment a man was fatally injured after dropping a heavy barbell on his chest at a gym, has emerged. Brazilian Ronald Montenegr
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December 5, 6:20 PM
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From El Jannah’s webpage dedicated to ‘health-conscious individuals’ to Habibi Chicken’s ‘Gym Bro’ pack, businesses are catering to the post-leg day crowd
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December 5, 6:19 PM
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Social media is driving a boom in the use of peptides to improve appearance and physical performance. Many are experimental and come with risk of serious side effects
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December 5, 6:11 PM
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Many people view age-related muscle loss as a slow decline they must accept. A fitness expert explains why building strength through resistance is key to longevity.
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December 5, 6:09 PM
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From running up stairs, to rigorous gardening: these everyday activities could boost your health and help you live longer.
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December 4, 8:00 PM
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Here’s what I learned about creativity and contentment from the celebrated author.
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November 29, 6:27 PM
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We all experience sadness. Here’s how I am learning to use it to my advantage.
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November 25, 5:17 PM
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After a rising number of Australians reported suffering from B6 toxicity, the TGA has been forced to act and remove some supplements from shelves.
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November 25, 5:02 PM
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Our muscles, bones and organs are held together by a network of tissue that influences our every move. Is there a way we can use it to our advantage?
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November 19, 4:51 PM
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People who did a lot of physical activity between 45 and 64 had much lower odds of developing dementia – even when they carried a genetic risk factor.
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November 19, 4:46 PM
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From a brisk 15-minute walk, to getting regular sleep – doing these things in your 30s could help you stay fit well into your 70s.
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November 18, 3:46 PM
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Caitriona Jennings ran 100 miles in just over 12 hours and wants other women to follow her example – ‘it’s not actually that difficult’
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It’s painful and debilitating, but not all leg pain is sciatica. Identifying it is the first step towards healing.
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November 16, 4:50 PM
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Line dancing exercises your mind and memory as well as your body. But the benefits aren’t just for older people.
