Thursday, 2 November 2023

This is what a walk can do for your body

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Fall is in full swing! The change of the seasons means another major transition is coming: The clocks will change for the end of daylight saving time at 2 a.m. on Sunday, giving us an extra hour in our day.

The best way to help your body adjust to the change is to start shifting your schedule four days before the time change — which is today! Follow this plan from a sleep specialist to make the change even easier.

Plus, if you're joining us for our November cross-training challenge, today's workout is a walk. Feel like that's taking it easy? Brush up on all the benefits of walking before you hit the pavement — and celebrate all the ways your body is thanking you!

Walking Challenge

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Today's Workout

New month, new challenge! Today's workout is a walk.

Walking can sometimes get written off as an "easy" workout — but the benefits of adding it to your routine prove how effective it is. The beginning of a new challenge is always a great time to remind ourselves of the ways that walking can improve our health. These benefits include:

Improving your cardiovascular health
Lowering your blood pressure
Increasing your metabolism
Maintaining your weight
Lowering your risk of dementia
Boosting your mental health

This is what happens to your body when you walk.

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Your Meal Plan

Today's Plan

Salmon is a crowd-pleasing way to get in omega-3 fatty acids that keep our brain and heart healthy. This dinner recipe is a rarity — it's just as quick to make as it is impressive. The fresh herbs and sophisticated flavors make it feel fancy, but the quick prep and cleanup make it easy enough for any weeknight. Serve it with roasted baby potatoes and a simple side salad.

Breakfast: Whole Grain Toaster Waffle with Greek Yogurt, Berries and Chia Seeds

Lunch: Veggie Stuffed Pita

Dinner: Valerie Bertinelli's Sheet Pan Baked Salmon with Potatoes and Salad

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Daylight saving time ends soon: Here's a plan to help you adjust

The change of the seasons means another major transition is coming: The clocks will change for the end of daylight saving time at 2 a.m. on Nov. 5, giving us an extra hour in our day.

While gaining an hour of sleep is easier on your body and easier to adjust to than losing an hour of sleep in the spring, adjusting your schedule leading up to the change can make the switch even easier.

The best way to help your body adjust is to start a few days before the time change. With this four-day plan from a sleep specialist, you'll shift your bedtimes and wake times gradually each day.

Get the 4-day plan to help you adjust here.

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