Exercise is an essential factor in a healthy life, but the challenges and luxuries of modern life make exercising a little tricky. You’re too busy tackling challenges that you don’t have time for exercise and enjoying today’s luxuries at the expense of your self-discipline. Either you are too busy or too lazy to find time to exercise. But this recent study found the minimum exercise needed for healthy living. RELATED: How to Be Healthy and Live Your Best Life Possible (Little Effort Required!) The largest ever meta-analysis for exercise Researchers…
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I lost 40 pounds fasted and keto, with no exercise
I first tried intermittent fasting in 2010, but didn’t stick with it. I lost some weight, but didn’t have the tools and knowledge to build momentum, so I gave up and put the weight back on. In 2018 I just got engaged and had to lose 30 pounds before my wedding. I had tried so many different diets and workouts but the one thing that finally worked for me was fasting. Before my marriage, I felt awful in my body. I was gaining a lot of weight gradually through my…
Read MoreHere’s how much you should exercise for a healthy heart
Maintaining a healthy heart is essential to overall well-being as the heart is a vital organ responsible for pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body, and regular exercise plays a significant role in keeping the heart strong and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, one may ask, “How much exercise is needed for a healthy heart?” therefore, we engaged a few health experts to explore recommended guidelines for physical activity and delve into the various factors that determine the optimal exercise regimen for a healthy heart. Understand the benefits of…
Read MoreType 2 diabetes: How afternoon exercise can provide benefits
Share on PinterestResearchers say afternoon exercise may provide more substantial benefits for people with type 2 diabetes. Sound Maskot/Getty Images Researchers report that people with type 2 diabetes may get the most benefit from exercising in the afternoon. In a new study, researchers reported that participants who exercised throughout the day fared better in terms of blood glucose levels. They said they’re still not sure why afternoon exercise might be more beneficial, but it could be due to better sleep patterns and healthier eating habits. Doctors have long touted the…
Read MoreWhat type of exercise is best for mental health?
When you go to your weekly yoga class or lift weights at the gym, you’re doing something good for your physical health: get fitter today and protect your body in the future. What you may not always think about, however, is that you’re also protecting yourself from anxiety and depression just as much as you would if you went to therapy or took medication. At least that’s the conclusion of a very large new study that synthesizes decades of research on exercise and mental health. The study not only provides…
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