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Getting More Exercise
Fitting Exercise Into a Busy Schedule
Reap the benefits of regular exercise.
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We all know that exercise is good for us. But many of us don't realize just how good it is.
For instance, did you know that spending just 30 minutes exercising every other day can raise your IQ, relieve stress, make you happier and more productive, and boost your energy levels?
These are only some of the benefits you can get from regular exercise. The positive effects on your career and personal life can be dramatic!
In this article we'll look at why exercise is so beneficial, and we'll discuss how you can fit regular exercise into an already busy schedule.
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References
Bickel C.S, Cross J.M, and Bamman M. (2011) 'Exercise Dosing to Retain Resistance Training Adaptations in Young and Older Adults,' Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, July 2011. (Available here.)
American Psychological Association (2011) 'Exercise Fuels the Brain's Stress Buffers.' [Online] Available here. [Accessed 30 September 2011].
NHS Choices (2011) 'Benefits of Exercise' [Online] Available here. [Accessed 20 September 2011].
Cotman, C.W, and Berchtold, N.C. (2002) 'Exercise: A Behavioral Intervention to Enhance Brain Health and Plasticity,' Trends in Neurosciences, Vol. 25, Issue 6. (Available here.)
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