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health1 year ago•6 min saved

Micro-Walking: A Simple Path to Weight Loss and Lower Blood Pressure

Linette Miller, a 59-year-old from Orlando, lost 66 pounds by incorporating 'micro-walking' into her daily routine, adding 1,000 steps to her baseline of 1,100 steps per day. Participating in the MOST Walking Study, which examines the cardiovascular benefits of minimal exercise increases, Miller gradually increased her activity, eventually reaching 8,000 steps daily. The study aims to determine effective strategies for encouraging sedentary individuals to walk more, potentially reducing cardiovascular disease risk.

via TODAY|

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health-and-wellness2 years ago•3 min saved

The Link Between Mindfulness and Exercise Motivation: A Surprising Discovery

A study published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living suggests that individuals with higher levels of mindfulness are more motivated to exercise and experience less psychological distress during physical activity. The research found that mindful individuals are driven by internal factors such as personal goals and well-being, rather than external factors like social recognition or appearance. Additionally, mindfulness was associated with a decreased likelihood of exercise addiction symptoms. The findings suggest that cultivating mindfulness may help individuals develop a positive and sustainable relationship with exercise, and mindfulness interventions could be useful in promoting exercise motivation and reducing barriers to physical activity.

via PsyPost|

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