Archive for the ‘fitness’ Category

Zuzana’s Power Balls

January 5, 2012

Zuzana's Power Balls

The Claim: Exercise Can Ward Off Migraines

November 15, 2011

by Anahad O’Connor

Many migraine sufferers are reluctant to hit the gym, fearful that pushing themselves too hard may bring on an attack. But for some, exercise may have the opposite effect.

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Abs Abs Abs

May 14, 2011

Percy’s Workout

Need To Lose Some Extra Weight?

February 11, 2011

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Chilling Out

January 14, 2011

The New York Times

Science

by C. Clairborne Ray

Q. Will you burn more calories sitting down at your desk if the thermostat is turned down?

A. Yes, caloric expenditure will increase if one stays lightly dressed, but not much, said Wayne Askew, director of the division of nutrition at the University of Utah. A more effective way would be to walk up and down a few flights of stairs, he said.

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Exercise Ball Instead Of Desk Chair?

September 21, 2010

The New York Times

The Claim:
Replacing your desk chair with an exercise ball can improve your posture.
by Anahad O’Connor

Exercise balls are becoming a popular alternative to plain old office chairs, a way —some way— to burn more calories and improve posture.

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