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I realised that this journey was about embracing the power of resilience, finding strength in tough moments, and discovering that I was just as capable as I always had been – I just hadn’t realised it yet.
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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 Curated by Peter Mellow |
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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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The Louvre is joining in the celebration for the Olympics by opening up for dance and exercise classes early in the morning. Tickets sold out in a flash.
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These five essential strategies can correct improper movement patterns, enhance movement quality and minimize your risk of injury.
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A new wave of fitness and gym influencers is exposing young boys to a constant barrage of pursuits for physical perfection, and experts warn it poses a serious mental health risk.
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Adapted from Bill Bennett’s memoir, this film about his time hiking the 800km trail celebrates life’s simplest pleasures: walking, talking, imbibing
I still prefer Emilio Estevez's original 'The Way'. But all have similar subject matter about how walking is also thinking and sorting you life out.
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The study points to the importance of cardiovascular exercise not only for heart health but also for muscle strength.
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Being vegan or vegetarian dramatically reduces the risk of cancer, heart disease and early death, a new study found.
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Etiquette is all about putting the people around you at ease — that principle applies to running. And getting it right can help us all to feel safe.
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Apart from folic acid and iodine, other supplements may not be needed. For the most part, they’re a waste of money. At worse, they could harm.
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These tender bumps in your neck or back can be a pain, but a few research-backed strategies can help to relieve discomfort.
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There isn’t much evidence that intermittent fasting leads to lasting weight loss. Why is it still so popular?
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At first glance, it would be easy to mistake for an Uber Eats delivery. The driver isn't here to drop off food, though — it's a 3.3 litre canister of nitrous oxide.
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The Greeks gave us the word for muscle, which means 'little mouse'. But I think of muscles as dogs that need to be exercised every day. So listen to the dogs in your body and get outside and take them for a walk! #FitPhilosophy
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Walking labyrinths has become an increasingly popular global method of reducing stress by integrating the mind and the body.
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Weights training isn't just about getting ripped. Building muscles can stave off diseases and improve your quality of life as you age. These experts share ways to do it.
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Annoyance is probably the most widely experienced and least studied of all human emotions,’ say the experts – here’s what we know, and how to deal with it.
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Do you want to love how you look but always compare yourself with others? There are plenty of ways to overcome this, from life drawing to CBT to social media detoxes
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To get the most out of your strength training, try progressive overload.
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In his essay How to Live With Dying, the philosopher and lifelong avid runner John Kaag writes how a cardiac arrest, minutes after finishing a punishing treadmill run, changed his perspective on life. “At a certain point, going the extra mile does not make you a better athlete. It just makes you an idiot,” he says.
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Studies have shown that ultraprocessed foods can have a detrimental impact on health. But 30 years of research show they don’t all have the same impact.
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After three months in a knee brace as part of a research trial, my anterior cruciate ligament healed itself. This novel program could revolutionise the way ACL tears are treated.
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New research suggests people tend to be lonelier in young adulthood and late life. But experts say it doesn’t have to be that way.
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Les Brookfield finished his 100th 5km parkrun at the spritely age of 94.
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They’re clearly linked to poor health. But scientists are only beginning to understand why.
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Participation in sporting events has never been higher, but rising temperatures means an increasing number of events being cancelled due to extreme weather.
