Category: Health
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Study pinpoints two workouts that give brain plasticity a big boost
Scientific studies continue to show us how exercise can bring a range of cognitive benefits, from limiting the risk of Alzheimer’s to giving an immediate boost to our learning capabilities. Researchers working in this area at the University of South Australia have turned their attention to the neuroplasticity, finding two styles of workout in particular…
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The Benefits of Dipping Their Toes in Early: Starting Swimming Before Age 1
Too young to walk, but old enough to swim – seems counter-intuitive, right? Well, studies have shown that dipping your babies’ toes in early can have long-lasting benefits throughout their development. From improved cognitive functioning to reducing the impact of those phases of fear that every toddler will experience, a new family tradition of splashing…
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Michael Phelps on Olympic glories & battling depression l HT Leadership Studio
Michael Phelps opened up on his Olympic triumphs and his battle with depression at the HT Leadership Studio. Phelps said that he always set goals for himself and his coach always came up with a plan to achieve it. The legendary swimmer said that he had a hunger to do something that had never been…
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Laps for Life: Sydney Stingers
About Laps for Life: https://www.lapsforlife.com.au/ Whether you’re new to the pool, or a competitive swimmer, you can get involved in any way that suits you. Swim anywhere you like. You can swim laps at your local pool, hit the beach or take part in an ocean swim! Swim as far as you can. Set a…
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Laps for Life: Gemma King
Support Gemma’s swim at: https://www.lapsforlife.com.au/fundra… About Laps for Life: https://www.lapsforlife.com.au/
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8 Health Benefits Of Swimming
How many calories can it burn? Can it improve your quality of sleep? Does swimming help your asthma? We’re talking all that AND more. https://youtu.be/Megmlptf_Uo
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Using a Poolpod makes swimming ‘like freedom’ for Stephen
Thanks to funding from the London Marathon Charitable Trust, Swim England is helping centres across the country create inclusive swimming environments.