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NYC runner plogging, picking up litter with a glove and trash bag during an outdoor run

In New York, plogging has gone from being a novelty to becoming a pre-race ritual: you run, pick up trash, and head home after getting a good cardio workout and leaving the city visibly cleaner

By Adrian Villellas

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May 19, 2026 at 4:27 PM

Swimmers doing laps in a pool, a low-impact workout that can boost circulation and support heart health

If your legs feel heavy after a day of sitting, a 30-minute swim can beat a long walk because water shifts blood toward the chest, boosts venous return, and research summaries link swimming to a 41% lower risk of cardiovascular death than not swimming

By Metabolic

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May 19, 2026 at 8:38 AM

Woman holding a plank on an exercise mat to strengthen core, glutes, and shoulders

The “3-minute plank” that went viral on social media is exactly the same mistake that trainers have been trying to debunk for decades: there’s a much shorter time interval (between 15 and 30 seconds) that changes everything… and almost no one does it right

By Adrian Villellas

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May 16, 2026 at 6:08 AM

Neither science nor math: the subject that sharpens children’s minds but is often overlooked in the USA

By Metabolic

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May 14, 2026 at 9:48 AM

Neither walk nor cycling: The exercise retirees over 60 should focus on weekly, according to experts

By Metabolic

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May 14, 2026 at 7:37 AM

Neuroscientist holding a brain model while explaining how loneliness can affect the brain, heart, and life expectancy

A neuroscientist warns that loneliness doesn’t just affect your mood: it can impact your brain, your heart, and your life expectancy

By Metabolic

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May 11, 2026 at 10:49 AM

Doctor holding a red heart while explaining how swimming can improve heart health after age 40

Neither running nor walking: the exercise that, according to experts, strengthens the heart and reduces cardiovascular risk after age 40

By Metabolic

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May 9, 2026 at 12:46 PM

Heart monitor showing cardiac readings for an article about stair climbing and heart health

It’s not about walking or riding a stationary bike: the hidden habit that could boost your heart rate with just a few minutes a day

By Metabolic

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May 5, 2026 at 10:37 AM

Two women exercising on treadmills with headphones in a gym, reflecting study on music volume and workout effort

In a study conducted in Los Angeles, 189 people exercised to music played at a lower volume than usual and discovered something unexpected: their level of exertion did not decrease, contrary to what many gyms had feared

By Metabolic

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May 4, 2026 at 4:19 PM

3D illustration of human heart and lungs highlighting circulation and cardiovascular health benefits of stair climbing exercise

Neither walking nor the exercise bike: the ideal exercise for keeping your heart healthy and improving circulation

By Metabolic

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May 4, 2026 at 2:39 PM

Green goal net on a soccer training field, illustrating a 45-minute 4-on-4 mini-game linked to faster thinking in 19-year-old players.

The 4-on-4 mini-game that “stimulates” the brain in just 45 minutes: the trick that could help 19-year-old soccer players think faster

By Metabolic

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May 2, 2026 at 4:07 PM

Over 50 and want to build muscle? Experts say the answer is in these 4 super simple at-home exercises

By Metabolic

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May 2, 2026 at 10:16 AM

Neither weights nor run: The top exercise seniors over 65 need to focus on daily to improve balance and strength

By Metabolic

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April 30, 2026 at 7:22 AM

Neither swimming nor water aerobics: The top exercise for seniors over 65 to improve balance and prevent falls

By Metabolic

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April 30, 2026 at 7:19 AM

Elite women soccer players from TSG Hoffenheim during a Bundesliga match analyzed in air pollution performance study

Everything seemed normal, but when these soccer players ran at the same pace throughout the season, they had a strange feeling that has now been explained for the first time

By Adrian Villellas

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April 29, 2026 at 1:23 PM

Top 10 best waist exercises to eliminate fat and burn calories

By Metabolic

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April 29, 2026 at 7:31 AM

Man sleeping on a pillow during an early-afternoon nap linked to improved agility and lower exertion in athletes

Most people believe that taking a nap before playing is simply a way to feel more energetic, but this study points to something more specific: a short rest in the early afternoon could lead to more agile movements and a reduced sense of exertion when training becomes intense

By Adrian Villellas

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April 28, 2026 at 2:49 PM

Badminton players in action showing how core stability supports power and balance in racket sports

Most people don’t realize that in tennis, badminton, and other racket sports, power doesn’t come solely from the arm; rather, it often depends on a core that is stable enough to transfer force without loss as the body rotates, decelerates, and accelerates again in a fraction of a second

By Adrian Villellas

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April 28, 2026 at 12:08 PM

Pickleball paddle resting on a ball on court during mental well-being study of 1,667 U.S. adults

1,667 participants aged 18 to 89 in the United States, and an “anti-couch” surprise: if you play pickleball three or more times a week, your well-being improves… but there’s a catch that could ruin it all

By Metabolic

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April 27, 2026 at 4:45 PM

Older woman doing resistance exercise with dumbbell to reduce waist circumference and inflammation

A study of 1,130 older adults shows that exercise can reduce waist circumference by nearly 0.8 inches and improve several markers of inflammation, even though the changes aren’t miraculous

By Metabolic

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April 27, 2026 at 8:23 AM

Sports

In New York, plogging has gone from being a novelty to becoming a pre-race ritual: you run, pick up trash, and head home after getting a good cardio workout and leaving the city visibly cleaner

If your legs feel heavy after a day of sitting, a 30-minute swim can beat a long walk because water shifts blood toward the chest, boosts venous return, and research summaries link swimming to a 41% lower risk of cardiovascular death than not swimming

The “3-minute plank” that went viral on social media is exactly the same mistake that trainers have been trying to debunk for decades: there’s a much shorter time interval (between 15 and 30 seconds) that changes everything… and almost no one does it right

Neither science nor math: the subject that sharpens children’s minds but is often overlooked in the USA

Neither walk nor cycling: The exercise retirees over 60 should focus on weekly, according to experts

A neuroscientist warns that loneliness doesn’t just affect your mood: it can impact your brain, your heart, and your life expectancy

Neither running nor walking: the exercise that, according to experts, strengthens the heart and reduces cardiovascular risk after age 40

It’s not about walking or riding a stationary bike: the hidden habit that could boost your heart rate with just a few minutes a day

In a study conducted in Los Angeles, 189 people exercised to music played at a lower volume than usual and discovered something unexpected: their level of exertion did not decrease, contrary to what many gyms had feared

Neither walking nor the exercise bike: the ideal exercise for keeping your heart healthy and improving circulation

The 4-on-4 mini-game that “stimulates” the brain in just 45 minutes: the trick that could help 19-year-old soccer players think faster

Over 50 and want to build muscle? Experts say the answer is in these 4 super simple at-home exercises

Neither weights nor run: The top exercise seniors over 65 need to focus on daily to improve balance and strength

Neither swimming nor water aerobics: The top exercise for seniors over 65 to improve balance and prevent falls

Everything seemed normal, but when these soccer players ran at the same pace throughout the season, they had a strange feeling that has now been explained for the first time

Top 10 best waist exercises to eliminate fat and burn calories

Most people believe that taking a nap before playing is simply a way to feel more energetic, but this study points to something more specific: a short rest in the early afternoon could lead to more agile movements and a reduced sense of exertion when training becomes intense

Most people don’t realize that in tennis, badminton, and other racket sports, power doesn’t come solely from the arm; rather, it often depends on a core that is stable enough to transfer force without loss as the body rotates, decelerates, and accelerates again in a fraction of a second

1,667 participants aged 18 to 89 in the United States, and an “anti-couch” surprise: if you play pickleball three or more times a week, your well-being improves… but there’s a catch that could ruin it all

A study of 1,130 older adults shows that exercise can reduce waist circumference by nearly 0.8 inches and improve several markers of inflammation, even though the changes aren’t miraculous

Goodbye to oil-free fryers: a new countertop infrared oven could revolutionize healthy home cooking

Making a ‘creamy’ soup in 15 minutes using tinned potatoes sounds a bit odd when, according to the recipe shared below, the trick is to skip the step of peeling and chopping them, keep an eye on the sodium content, and add something green to make the dish more balanced

Queen Elizabeth II: “It’s worth remembering that it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change”

Nurse gets Ryanair payout after hot coffee spill leaves her with serious in-flight burns

This Japanese curry pot roast trick can make comfort food richer, but the health detail matters

John Denver’s simple advice is a mental health reminder many people need now

Family-run cafe gets lowest food hygiene rating after inspection

Instant coffee from the supermarket outperforms Nescafé in a blind taste test and costs around £1.10 less

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