Hit the Sauna(桑拿) Instead of the Gym
A Coventry University study reports that sitting in a sauna for at least 30 minutes three times a week is as beneficial as hiking or riding a bike. It raises your body temperature, increases your heart rate, and helps keep your blood sugar at normal levels. Over time, ibis may lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, dementia, and heart disease.
Lower Stress with the Help of a Friend
According to a University of Illinois study, women are likely to turn to a caring female friend to talk about a problem, which successfully lowers their stress. And this strategy can help man as well. So the next time you feel stressed, call a friend. It might help you feel better, short-term and long.
Tai Chi reduces belly fat
A Hong Kong study found that Tai Ch(太极) reduces belly fat as effectively as conventional exercise. Since excess belly fat is linked to heart disease and type 2 diabetes, doing Tai chi can have some important health benefits.
Exercise builds bones and protects against cancer
A British study has found that people who suffer from osteoporosis—a condition that causes bones to become delicate and break easily could benefit from exercising more. Exercising accelerates(加快) the formation of new bone cell tissue and removal of old. Many hospitals recommend exercise for up to 150 minutes a week, as it increases energy and strength while reducing pain and anxiety.
