exercise
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The Latest Iffy Wellness Trend Is CBD-Infused Workout Gear
There’s no shortage of products that are being filled, soaked, or sprinkled with cannabidiol, the non-mind-altering ingredient in cannabis. And the latest trend is sure to appeal to the wellness crowd in the U.S.: CBD-stuffed fitness wear that supposedly soothes your sore muscles before they even start hurting. But while these products are the clearest sign…
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Do Animals Work Out?
Of the many downsides to being a human being—as opposed to, say, a squirrel, or some kind of fantastically plumed bird—exercise is one of the more egregious. Awareness of mortality is bad enough—do we really have to jog, on top of that? Still, animals are like us in so many ways that it’s worth wondering…
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The Best Personal Trainer Might Be A Dog
Your dog could very well make for a decent fitness coach, according to a new study out Thursday. It found that adults in the UK who owned a dog were fourfold more likely to get the recommended amount of weekly exercise as non-owners. The boost in exercise, however, might not necessarily be as dramatic for…
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A Morning Walk May Be As Good As Medication For Lowering Blood Pressure
Taking a morning stroll can do wonders for your blood pressure, according to a study out Wednesday, especially if you’re not moving around much to begin with. The research found that sedentary older adults who walked in the morning for 30 minutes experienced a noticeable drop in blood pressure. And women who also took breaks…