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Just one minute of intense exercise is enough to improve your health
An exercise regime known as the ‘one-minute workout’ has recently caught the attention of the media. The claim, which sounds…
Short bursts of intense exercise ‘best at delaying the ageing process’
As we age the amount of energy our cells can produce gradually wanes. A new study shows that short bursts…
Intense exercise is wrecking our bodies — as my crushed pinky can testify
As I write this, my little finger is withering away. It has been pushed around, crushed to death by a…
Long, brisk walks may be better for our weight than sessions in the gym
For people trying to lose weight a brisk walk is more beneficial than a session at the gym, according to…
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