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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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Studies show a mysterious health benefit to ice cream. Scientists don’t want to talk about it.
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Common “natural” preservatives such as vitamin C may be linked to a greater risk of high blood pressure and heart disease, a new study found.
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“Those products aren’t part of your regular diet. They’re snacks and extras,” said supplements manufacturer Bulk Nutrients founder Ben Crowley.
Kellett estimates about 90 per cent of the protein-enriched products in supermarkets are “BS and just full of crap”. “I’ve seen instant noodles calling out protein … all these junky processed foods that are calling it out,” he said.
“I’d say the protein bar industry is probably the worst. You’d be better off just eating a chocolate bar and having a chicken breast than eating some of these protein bars, because they’re just so processed.”
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Experts offer tips to help you fall asleep faster at bedtime and get a better night’s rest.
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The mindful movement has become popular online. You won’t bulk up if you practice it, but it can improve balance and reduce stress.
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Your heart rate is typically a better gauge of intensity than sweating, and will generally be higher during exercise in warmer conditions. To avoid pushing yourself too hard, Dr. Swearingen recommended matching your heart rate to a typical workout, even if that means cutting back on pace or distance in the heat.
“Leave your ego at the door, and be prepared to start out a little slower,” Dr. Millard-Stafford said.
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With state-of-the-art fitness and spa facilities onsite and everything from hiking to kayaking the beautiful Bay of Kotor, it’s a perfect base for an active break
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“The public should continue to aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity of physical activity a week; more is better; every move counts.”
Responding to the findings, a Sport England spokesperson said that increasing activity levels was vital for keeping people healthier for longer: “Emerging research like this reinforces the importance of helping more people be active, more often.
“Sport England’s own research shows activity relieves healthcare issues for both individuals and the NHS, preventing 1.3 million cases of depression, 600,000 of diabetes and 57,000 of dementia.”
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In “Beyond Life and Death: The Way to True Freedom,” the beloved martial arts star reflects on his four-decade career and the path he’s forged to true happiness.
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A comprehensive study found that people who were most fit in their 40s and 50s developed major illness later, and lived longer.
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Fueled by mashed potatoes and moxie, Rachel Entrekin blew past the field at a 250-mile race known for breaking competitors’ will.
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Victorians are taking peptides for everything from weight loss and body building to skin improvements. Many end up in hospitals with severe side effects.
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Research shows the activity of 'retro-walking' can have surprising benefits for your physical health and brain.
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May 13, 7:29 PM
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Running hundreds of kilometres up and down the Larapinta Trail is a gruelling challenge most people will never attempt. But for Ben Mack, completing it would be a dream come true.
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Sitting isn’t exactly the “new smoking,” but it still isn’t a healthy habit. Here’s what too much sedentary time is doing to you and how to move more.
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A lot of fitness advice is based on research into people who don’t have periods, give birth or go through menopause. How much of it should be modified – or even thrown out?
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A BBC Sport investigation finds misleading adverts for fitness apps that use AI-generated instructors to make exaggerated claims.
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Micro-fluctuations in the time between heartbeats are proving a helpful indicator of mental health, stress levels, exercise capacity and even how well you are ageing.
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While some are using AI to tailor programs better suited to their needs, others warn ‘it can be wrong, confidently so’
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As strength training surges in popularity, many people are giving up on cardio – and it’s a mistake.
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For years we have been told the best way to get fitter and stronger is to lift something heavy, whether that’s a barbell or our own bodyweight. What if how we put it down was just as important?
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When it comes to dopamine, we act like kids in a candy store. But instead of overindulging, experts suggest looking for sources that take a little more work.
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Whether you are starting from scratch, or have a well-honed routine, moving can help us feel happier and healthier. Experts share their one essential exercise and how to get the most out of it
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In the 1980s, the fitness industry as we know it was just getting started. One of the most important people in developing the way we exercise today was Jane Fonda, who released a best-selling aerobics video in 1982.
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Isn’t running 26.2 miles difficult enough? Not for some. Whether it’s dressing up as a helicopter, a lobster or a pair of testicles, wearing a novelty outfit spurs many competitors on
