To change the old adage a walk a day can keep the doctor away. New research presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting has found that walking for 30 minutes a day and doing some yoga has shown promise in some cancer patients. The Guardian said these physical activities reduce fatigue and reduce the risk of spreading cancer. One potential reason yoga has had this impact on patients has to do with inflammation. The Guardian said that inflammation can increase the risk of cancer spreading in the…
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Start TODAY Members celebrate 1 year of walking
Welcome to start TODAY. Subscribe to ourStart the newsletter TODAYto participate in the 30 day challenge and get daily inspiration sent to your inbox. This past June, Al Roker and TODAY fitness contributor Stephanie Mansour (and a group of Start TODAY members!) kicked off the new workout plan with a live plaza walk. The segment inspired thousands across the country to join the Start TODAY Facebook group and pledge to walk with us. This month, those members are celebrating their one-year walkiversary. And they’ve commemorated the occasion in creative and…
Read MoreFarmer’s walk: how to do it and the benefits of walking with weights
If you’re new to the farmer’s walk, it will quickly become a staple in your strength training programs. Walking with weights can build endurance, improve cardiovascular fitness, and strengthen various muscle groups from head to toe. And the best part? Anyone can do it from anywhere. The farmer’s walk, or farmer’s carry as it’s also known, has traditionally been categorized as an exercise for the shoulders and core, but trust us, it works virtually every major muscle group in your body. To perform the movement, simply grab two weights such…
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