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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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I am having the world’s most basic midlife crisis. I have not found God. I have found a fitness supplement that was once the preserve of male bodybuilders
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Study suggests even light activity such as ironing could reduce health risks linked to prolonged sedentary behaviour
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July 2, 6:57 PM
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Your devices are changing your body in ways you might not realise. It's not too late to do something about it.
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July 1, 8:29 PM
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If you think you need rest, ice and ibuprofen, think again.
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July 1, 6:37 PM
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Starting Wednesday, millions of Medicare-qualifying adults will have access to popular medications for weight loss at deep discounts through a temporary federal program called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge.
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June 30, 10:50 PM
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Featuring podcasts and training programs, Another Mother Runner is an inclusive community for all shapes, sizes, and levels of runners.
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June 30, 10:35 PM
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For those who rely on the sport for identity and community, leaving it behind can feel like a form of grief.
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June 30, 8:27 PM
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Researchers suspect people with greater muscle density in torso area, who are also less likely to die prematurely, are those who exercise more
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June 30, 8:26 PM
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Reckless exercise can lead to exertional rhabdomyolysis, a condition that has risen due to the popularity of high-intensity workouts
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June 28, 9:23 PM
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Humans appear to see sunrises and sunsets "almost like bookends". Here's what a dose of golden hour does for our memory, sleep and mood.
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June 28, 7:55 PM
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Here’s how to build strength before surgery — and stay moving afterward.
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When Johnathan Thurston and Buddy Franklin signed up for the New York Marathon, they didn’t know how hard it would be.
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It’s tempting to treat overwhelm with clever fixes – but that might be part of the problem
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Former Auckland Mayor, Olympic athlete and inspiration behind international gym chain Les Mills has died aged 91. Born in 1934 in New Lynn in Wes
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June 24, 7:13 PM
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The importation of nitrous oxide has exploded in the last decade. Nangs are increasingly being used by some to chase a high and causing significant damage.
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June 24, 6:47 PM
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Everyone these days wants to optimise their workouts, but when a study seems too good to be true, it usually is, says public health expert Devi Sridhar
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Life is much easier if you look after your hips, knees, elbows and shoulders – especially as you get older. Rheumatologists and orthopaedic surgeons explain how to work out, what to eat and how to talk to your doctor
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Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.
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June 23, 9:25 PM
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Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life.
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June 23, 7:02 PM
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Even if you’ve never worked out, starting in middle age — even with brisk walks — can have a bigger impact on your brain than you think.
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June 23, 6:54 PM
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Mobility can’t be tracked on a leaderboard, but it can help you feel better and make daily tasks easier
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June 23, 6:53 PM
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Experts share a few tools, from dumbbells to resistance bands to cooling towels, to help women get stronger
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June 23, 6:53 PM
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As a kid, I did my best to avoid exercise. As an adult, I endured it for the sake of my health. Then I set myself a clear goal – and motivation was no longer an issue
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June 22, 10:54 PM
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Scientists say it is important to find ways to exercise when temperatures soar to protect your long-term health. Here's how you can keep going when things hot up.
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June 22, 8:25 PM
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Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?
