Fun for ever! The simple way to build a fitness habit you’ll actually love
If you can find a workout you always look forward to, you’re far more likely to stick with it and keep fitter for longer. Trainers give their pointers – and pitfalls
Only an idiot would claim to love every form of exercise. At 61, I believe it’s the only way to delay the body’s slow crumble, but ugh, so much of it is unpleasant, or dull, or just not for me. I don’t think I will ever not hate Bulgarian split squats. I’m bored to tears by the static bike. Football, rugby, tennis, cricket? Been there, done that, burned the T-shirt.
But that’s OK, because there’s a lot that I adore. Running. Lake swims. Yoga. Skiing, snowshoeing, anything snow-related. Just bloody walking! And above all, calisthenics – dangling from gymnastics rings, standing on my hands, trying to hoist and fold and balance myself in ways that demand far more strength and control than I can usually muster. I will never be cool, but “cali” is.
Continue reading...
Read more at The Guardian
-
The Love and Sex Edition
Modern romance is a web of scams, AI boyfriends, and Tinder burnout. But a smarter, more human, and more pleasure-filled future is possible.Wired - 3h -
Emotionally Intelligent People Use 2 Simple Phrases to Ignore Hurtful Comments, Understand Others, and Build Stronger Relationships
Business leaders need to know how to keep their cool in emotional moments. These two simple frameworks will help.Inc. - 1d -
A fitness club in a Zimbabwe cemetery aims to outpace death one step at a time
Some older people in Zimbabwe are taking up exercise wherever they can find the space as non-communicable diseases such as diabetes become a growing problem across AfricaABC News - 1d -
9 Ways Highly Effective Leaders Build Trust Within Their Teams
As a recent Gallup survey pointed out, only 21 percent of U.S. employees strongly agree that they trust the leadership of their organization.Inc. - 2d -
Is US inflation on the way down?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - 1d -
Can we break the anxiety habit?
Writer and therapist Owen O’Kane believes we have become addicted to feeling anxious. Here, he explains how he learned to manage his fears. Key work events make me anxious. They give me chest pain, ...The Guardian - 1d -
This officiating conspiracy theory could actually sway the Super Bowl outcome
No matter where anyone stands on the issue, what is undeniable is that the officiating crew for Super Bowl LIX is well aware of what is being said.Yahoo Sports - 3d
More from The Guardian
-
Trump to announce 25% aluminium and steel tariffs as China’s levies against US come into effect
US president accused of ‘shifting goalposts’ by premier of Ontario for adding further tariffs on top of existing metal duties, as China’s fossil fuel levies come into force. Donald Trump has said ...The Guardian - 6h -
Middle East crisis live: Israeli talks delegation returns from Qatar after Trump says he is losing patience with ceasefire deal
No details given over status of talks following US president’s remarks over condition of Israeli hostages released at the weekend. The IDF’s raid on the West Bank city o f Jenin , which has killed ...The Guardian - 44m -
Ukraine war live: All Putin’s conditions must be met before peace deal can be agreed, says Russian minister
Russia’s deputy foreign minister says talks must recognise ‘reality on the ground’ . We have more on the upcoming Munich Security Conference (MSC). (see 10.48 entry).. MSC chair Christoph ...The Guardian - 28m -
Euclid telescope captures Einstein ring revealing warping of space
Dazzling image shows galaxy more than 4bn light years away, whose starlight has been bent due to gravity. The Euclid space telescope has captured a rare phenomenon called an Einstein ring that ...The Guardian - 6h -
Amanda Palmer, Neil Gaiman’s former partner, denies claims of human trafficking
Palmer refutes allegations made in lawsuit filed by the former couple’s nanny accusing her of trafficking and negligence. Amanda Palmer, the musician and former partner of Neil Gaiman, has denied ...The Guardian - 27m
More in World
-
Could a rebellion in eastern Congo widen into a regional war?
Yahoo News - 18m -
Ecuador’s presidential election goes to runoff after ‘statistical tie’
Daniel Noboa fails to achieve anticipated victory over leftist rival Luisa González, forcing them to repeat 2023’s election. Ecuador’s conservative president, Daniel Noboa, will face the leftist ...The Guardian - 21m -
Amanda Palmer, Neil Gaiman’s former partner, denies claims of human trafficking
Palmer refutes allegations made in lawsuit filed by the former couple’s nanny accusing her of trafficking and negligence. Amanda Palmer, the musician and former partner of Neil Gaiman, has denied ...The Guardian - 27m -
Want to know how the world ends? Try this Wikipedia page
Every year of human history has a dedicated Wikipedia entry. But surf far enough into the future, and you’ll find evaporating oceans, planetary collisions, and the ultimate apocalypse: the Big ...The Guardian - 27m -
Can Trump keep his promise to end the war in Ukraine? It’s possible – but it won’t be easy | Christopher Chivvis
The president has made big statements. But securing real peace will involve a mix of global diplomacy, threats and sweeteners. • Christopher S Chivvis is a senior fellow and director of the ...The Guardian - 27m
