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Why Your Brain Hates Exercise
Why Your Brain Hates Exercise
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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Mar 11, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
We all know exercising is good for us – it reduces anxiety and inflammation, boosts the immune system, and may even ward off dementia, all while it helps keep us fit. But our brains don’t want us to do it! Meet Dr. Jennifer Heisz, a neuroscientist who learned how overcome the brain's resistance and used exercise to conquer depression - and complete a triathlon! Plus… why those who fear exercise the most have the most to gain from it. https://www.harpercollins.com/products/move-the-body-heal-the-mind-jennifer-heisz?variant=39999874367522
Released:
Mar 11, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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