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09/03/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Think outside the gym: The best way to get fit is with our daily commute

Most people believe fitness involves hitting the gym and working out for a couple of hours every few days. An article on Scientific American.com suggested that getting plenty of incidental movements during the daily commute is a much better way of getting fit and staying healthy. Whereas exercise uses specific groups of muscles, the daily […]

06/14/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Brisk walking for 3 hours a week can reduce your risk of heart disease

Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Research indicates that to cut your risk of contracting heart- and blood vessel-related health conditions, walking makes for a simple but effective start. A study conducted in the U.S. sought to find how walking fared as a means to curb the risk of cardiovascular […]

10/21/2017 / By Michelle Simmons

Walk, jog, yoga: Every bit of exercise counts and helps improve your health, reduces your risk for chronic disease

Walking for thirty-five minutes, jogging for one session, or attending a yoga class every week helps improve your health and lowers your risk for chronic disease, according to reports by The Daily Mail. A new study from the American Cancer Society reveals that even just five minutes of walking a day can lower the risk of […]

04/27/2017 / By S.D. Wells

Stunned researchers discover that the impact of walking dramatically boosts blood flow to the brain, boosting cognitive function

It’s spring time, with summer on the horizon, and many people are looking to get in shape, get back in shape, or just simply get outside and get some fresh air daily. There are several benefits to going for a brisk walk, especially in the morning, some of which you may not realize. Now, even […]

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