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Short burst walking burns more energy than steady walking
Walking improves heart health, blood sugar control, mood, and sleep. It keeps joints moving, lowers stress, and is gentle for most people. It is free, needs no gear, and fits into daily life. Beyond...
Intermittent walking: brief pauses burn extra energy for better health
Two activities stand out for overall health: walking (or similar aerobic movement) and strength training. Health agencies advise both: weekly moderate aerobic movement plus at least 2 days of...
As few as four sets per week can grow muscle, and one set can build strength, study suggests
A large research review has modeled how weekly training sets relate to muscle size and strength. The authors combined many resistance training studies and treated weekly sets as a continuous dose....
Walking outside brings extra mental benefits, the treadmill stays a safe and easy backup
Walking, whether outdoors or indoors, is good for your body and mind. Experts say that going outside adds useful variety and mood benefits, while a treadmill is a reliable choice when weather,...
Fitness director: Three simple strength moves can help you stay independent longer
A fitness director who works in a longevity clinic recommends three simple compound exercises for healthy aging: the squat the Romanian deadlift and the pull-up. These moves use many muscles at the...
Optimal rest periods for muscle growth depend on training volume, not just time
According to the video: The NCSA claims that 30-60 seconds is the optimal rest period between sets for muscle growth. 60sec: nice amount to be at for rest 60-90sec: sweet spot 1-2min: pretty good...
Walking after 10 minutes of mental struggle improves problem-solving, neuroscience confirms
Steve Jobs's habit of taking walks when faced with tough mental challenges is supported by modern neuroscience. According to Cambridge-trained neuroscientist Mithu Storoni, walking after 10 minutes...
Robotic Hiking Pants Boost Leg Strength by 40%
A Canadian company has developed robotic hiking pants with an exosqueleton, offering a 40% boost to knee joints during uphill hikes. These pants are expected to be available by 2025. Robotic hiking...
Enhance brain health: strategies to slow brain aging and boost cognitive health
the molecular and lifestyle interventions to slow cognitive decline and diseases like Alzheimer's. Key points include the importance of longevity pathways (Sirtuins, AMPK, mTOR), the benefits of a...
Exercise, sauna and ice bath: exploring the health benefits of adversity mimetics, exercise, and temperature exposure
The importance of exercise and adversity mimetics in activating longevity pathways. David Sinclair explains how vigorous exercise, intermittent fasting, and exposure to temperature extremes (cold...
Aging is a controllable process that can be slowed and reversed
The podcast "Lifespan" by Dr. David Sinclair, a Harvard Medical School professor, explores the science of aging and how to live a longer, healthier life. Topics include breakthroughs in anti-aging...
Is vigorous exercise dangerous for health?
Vigorous exercise may lead to a temporary rise in the levels of certain proteins linked to cell damage, which could increase the risk of clotting. These proteins, called circulating extracellular...
An hour of exercise may add five or more hours to life, and also improves focus and mood
Regular physical activity is one of the most reliable habits linked with longer life. Large population studies report that even moderate exercise is associated with meaningful gains in life...
Physical activity strengthens immune defenses through improved circulation
A study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports highlights that moderate physical activity, such as walking or jogging, boosts the immune system by increasing the...