Exercise Calms Anxiety

In a recent study from the University of Georgia, exercise has been show to relieve feelings of worry, apprehension, and nervousness. Regular exercise drops anxiety disorders up to 20 percent. A shorter exercise program (3- 12 weeks) was shown to reduce symptoms more effectively than long-term programs. Want to read more? Click here

Most Effective Ab Exercise

According to About.com, the bicycle crunch is the most effective abdominal exercise without using any added weight. Here are the steps to perform the bicycle crunch:

1. Lie face up on the floor and lace your fingers behind your head.
2. Bring the knees in towards the chest and lift the shoulder blades off the ground without pulling on the neck.
3. Straighten the left leg out while simultaneously turning the upper body to the right, bringing the left elbow towards the right knee.
4. Switch sides, bringing the right elbow towards the left knee.
5. Continue alternating sides in a 'pedaling' motion for 12-16 reps.

Try it out! Post up what your opinion is or another abdominal exercise you prefer.

SNOW DAY! Go Sledding!

Since today is a snow day on Western's campus, I thought i would post about going sledding. Its actually good aerobic activity considering the walk back up the hill. I'm headed up to Hospital Hill in a couple hours so join me or find a hill close to you. Get outside and enjoy the snow!

Greetings!

This blog has been created to discuss physical health and exercise. Feel free to express your views and personal experiences. I will be researching and posting new exercises and technologies. I would appreciate any input you have on the subjects posted.