Breathing Away Stress: Simple Ways to Feel Better
By Brackon Lundy
Breathing exercises reduce stress hormones AND stimulate your immune system. Leading to a more calm and healthy lifestyle.
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A 2023 study in Cell Reports Medicine found cyclic sighing, a technique that focuses on long, slow exhales, has the biggest impact on improving mood.
Dr. Jack Feldman and researchers from Stanford found taking two quick inhales followed by a long exhale, known as a physiological sigh, significantly reduces stress by activating the parasympathetic or ...
Posted on 2025-03-01
Why Weight Training is Key After 40
As we age, muscle mass, bone density, and metabolism naturally decline, but weight training can help combat these changes.
Research shows that without strength training, people can lose up to 30 of muscle mass, while low testosterone levels in both men and women contribute to this decline.
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Here’s why strength training is crucial for adults over 40:
· Maintain Muscle Mass: Weight training helps prevent the loss of muscle, preserving strength and mobility.
· Boost Metabo...
Posted on 2024-10-01
