Individuals have different reasons for striving to be healthy. Some may want to be healthy so they have a longer life and more time to spend with their family, others may want to be able to pursue their career goals, or some may even have specific athletic goals. When striving to get your 2%, it […]

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We generally consider your 2% as 30 minutes of “physical activity.” Everyone is at a different baseline of health so 2% will be different for different individuals. Ideally, physical activity throughout the week will include aerobic and strength building activities. Aerobic exercise can include activities such as brisk walking, bicycling, and mowing the lawn. Strength […]

Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are considering running as a way to get your exercise. If you are running to lose weight, your pace makes very little difference in how many calories you burn. Although running is known as a high impact sport, it is a myth that running […]

Everyone knows that regular exercise has numerous physical rewards. Studies have shown that exercise also produces substantial cognitive benefits. Exercise not only improves mood but can be as effective at treating depression as antidepressant medications. Exercise is also attributed to increased creativity and decreased anxiety levels. Consider the positive cognitive effects of exercise next time […]

30 minutes of exercise is just 2% of your 24-hour day. Go for a walk, throw a ball around with the kids, or even try out that new class at the gym. What’s your 2%?