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People Who Do This Are Happier! Are You One of Them?
Not that you have to be at the gym 7 days a week, but people who incorporate motion in to their lives tend to be happier.
What yoga does to your body and brain
There are many different approaches to modern yoga— though most forms have three core elements: physical postures, breathing exercises, and spiritual contemplation.This blend of physical and mental exercise is widely believed to have a unique set of health advantages. But is yoga actually beneficial to your health? Krishna Sudhir examines how this ancient tradition impacts the body and mind.
Every move counts: IOC welcomes new WHO guidelines highlighting the importance of physical activity - Olympic News
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) welcomes the new Guidelines on Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour published today by the World Health Organization (WHO), which outline recommendations for the amount of physical activity required to provide significant health benefits and mitigate health risks.
Why your brain loves it when you exercise, plus 3 easy ways to work out at home
Small space? No equipment? Can’t make noise? There are still a surprising number of ways to exercise at home — and the benefits you’ll gain are real and lasting.
INFOGRAPHIC: How Your Body Movements Impact Your Mood
From the way you sit at your desk to how you swing your arms when you walk, your body can affect your emotions more than you think.
The Quiet Brain of the Athlete
The brains of fit, young athletes dial down extraneous noise and attend to important sounds better than those of other young people.
Girls & Sports: A Girls' Index™ Impact Report
Female Athletes Fare Better in Nearly Every Aspect of Adolescence compared to non-sport-playing peers, according to new research findings. 2018 NCAA Women’s Final Four Legacy Project Brings to Light New Findings for Girls Who Participate in Sports from Groundbreaking Survey of 10,000+ U.S. Girls