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BENEFITS OF HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING
Work Harder and Smarter: Benefits of High-Intensity Interval Training

Feb 27, 2023 08:30AM ● By Kirby Baldwin

A High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout consists of a series of short bursts of intense activity interspersed with periods of rest or low-intensity movement called “active recovery”.

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Pickleball is Booming: Get into a Pickle for Holiday Fitness

Nov 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Jyl Steinback

The holidays are a perfect time to discover pickleball, America's fastest growing sport that is bringing people of all ages and athletic abilities together for fun and fitness.

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Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners

Sep 30, 2022 08:30AM

A study finds that Cordyceps sinensis, a Himalayan fungus used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, can significantly lower heart rates and improve aerobic performance.

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The Great Nature Gym: Outdoor Workouts Make the Most of Summer

Jun 30, 2022 08:30AM ● By Carrie Jackson

Studies show that outdoor workouts improve mental well-being and result in greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement.

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Run Farther with Beetroot and Citrulline

May 31, 2022 08:30AM

Nitrate-rich beetroot extract and citrulline have been shown to reduce cortisol levels and increase the distance ran in a standard 12-minute Cooper Test.

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Spirited Strides: Power Walk to Better Fitness

Mar 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Power walking – taking longer strides and using the arms to propel motion – amps up cardiovascular benefits and takes metabolic conditioning to another level.

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Tips to Prevent Injury

Feb 28, 2022 08:30AM

Simple stretches and warmups to help prevent injuries before participating in a workout or physical activity.

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Power Up Your Workouts: A Guide to Protein Powders and Shakes

Jan 31, 2022 08:30AM ● By Maya Whitman

When we fortify our diet with digestible, nutritionally dense, plant-based protein, we amp up our fitness efforts, enhance immunity and offset premature aging.

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Whole-Person Fitness: Current Trends in Wellness Tools

Dec 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Maya Whitman

Insiders agree that the idea of fitness is changing, and this means an exciting wave of trackers and apps that personalize wellness and provide support without pressure.

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Exercise More to Counter Risks of Poor Sleep

Sep 30, 2021 08:30AM

Both physical inactivity and poor sleep are independently linked to a heightened risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and death, but more exercise lowers the consequence of poor sleep.

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Walk About: Simple Steps to Well-Being

Sep 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Laura Paisley Beck

Walking briskly daily has many proven health benefits. Here are tips for getting started including proper shoes, ways to incorporate a dog, and how to stay motivated and committed.

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Water Sports for a Total Body Workout: Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer

Jul 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Waterskiing, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), river rafting, kayaking, SUP yoga and other summer water sports that improve bone density, elevate mood and engage major muscle groups.

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Drink Electrolytes Instead of Water for Muscle Cramps

Jun 30, 2021 08:30AM

Gulping down too much water has been linked to painful, involuntary muscle cramps experienced by athletes, but an oral hydration solution with electrolytes can help.

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Work Out for Fun, Not Necessity

Jun 30, 2021 08:30AM

Physical activity during leisure time benefits our heart and longevity, but high workout levels on the job may actually hamper our health, report researchers.

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Soulful Strides: Running as a Spiritual Practice

Jun 30, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Pressing our feet upon the Earth can be much more than a form of health-promoting exercise, as running can be introspective, and over time, a spiritual practice.

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Fit gardener working in the garden planting potted plants with a shovel in the ground
The Fit Gardener: Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body

May 28, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Gardening can foster fitness, burn calories and support heart health by offering an opportunity for moderate intensity exercise and providing a challenging workout with aerobic benefits.

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Athlete rolling leg on foam roller for post-exercise recovery
On a Roll: Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery

Feb 26, 2021 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Foam rolling targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery.

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Staying Fit in 2021: Workout Trends Bend to the Times

Dec 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

For 2021, fitness will be about better health and inner peace through smaller workout classes, outdoor exercise sessions, remote coaching and cost-effective wellness apps.

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Body Gratitude Workout
Body Gratitude: Being Thankful Empowers Our Workouts

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Ways to cultivate an appreciation for our bodies to help us stay motivated at maintaining a workout routine and reap the many health benefits of exercise and gratitude.

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Gratitude Workout
Steps to Building Body Gratitude

Oct 30, 2020 08:30AM

Affirmations, daily techniques, gratitude yoga poses and movement exercises to help build up appreciation for our bodies.

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