Showing results for "Why" in Exercise & Fitness

We spend a third of our lives in bed, but how much do we really understand about what happens when we go to sleep? What's the right amount? Why do we experience jet lag? Is snoring normal? Enter Dr. Meir Kryger, a world authority on the science of sleep, with a comprehensive guide to the science of slumber that combines detailed case studies and pragmatic advice.

Humans, unlike other animals that are drawn to water, are not natural-born swimmers. We must be taught. Our evolutionary ancestors learned for survival; now in the 21st century, we swim in freezing Arctic waters and piranha-infested rivers to test our limits. Swimming is an introspective and silent sport in a chaotic and noisy age; it’s therapeutic for both the mind and body; and it's an adventurous way to get from point A to point B. It's also one route to that elusive, ecstatic state of flow.

Why Not Me is a motivational fitness podcast focused on mindset, discipline, and personal transformation. Through honest conversations about training, health, and life challenges, the show encourages listeners to break self-doubt, build consistency, and take ownership of their fitness journey—proving that change is possible for anyone willing to start.

In The Examined Run, philosopher and ultramarathon runner Sabrina B. Little asks whether running can be a laboratory for developing our character. She looks at the key ideas in virtue ethics-virtue, vice, exemplarism, moral emotions, and competition-and brings them into conversation with her experience in training and racing.

That the average adult spends 50 to 70 percent of their day sitting is no surprise to anyone who works in an office environment. But few realize the health consequences they are suffering as a result of modernity's increasingly sedentary lifestyle, or the effects it has had on society at large. In Get Up!, health expert James A. Levine's original scientific research shows that today's chair-based world, where we no longer use our bodies as they evolved to be used, is having negativeconsequences on our health.

Local legends, welcome to the Why We Run Podcast hosted by Jon Barnes. Each week we will bring you a new tale from the pack, told by the individuals who are pacing the trails and roads throughout the world. The podcast will feature raw, open and honest discussion, digging into what keeps that legend going when times get tough. We hope you enjoy.

Welcome to Guide to Gains, the podcast that’s here to inspire, educate, and empower you on your fitness journey, from barbells to business, whether you’re just starting out or looking to take things to the next level. Hosted by Field of Fitness founders Dan and Jon, we’ll take you behind the scenes of our story, share invaluable insights from industry experts, and provide practical advice to help you live a healthier, stronger life after 40 and how best to navigate the fitness business landscape. In this episode, meet the owners and hear their backstory, life before the gym and how ...

Bold moves, big dreams, and the people who made them happen. In this podcast, we uncover the stories of those who bet on themselves—why they did it, how they pushed through, and what it took to turn risk into reward.Feeling the itch to chase your own dream? Start that podcast. Write that book. Take the leap. ✅Want to share your story with me, send me an email at: Johnobie2468@gmail.com#takingchances #whynotyou #leadville #lt100 #mentalhealth #Running #hokaoneone #tailwindnutrition #dontquit #hardwork #determination #discipline #motivation #ultrarunning #family #therapy #...

The physical benefits of running are well-documented, but how does it aid our mental health and well-being? In each show, host Diane Church talks to a different guest about how running has helped them through a particularly difficult or challenging time. Life feels better after a run. If you are interested in how people overcome adversity and/or are looking for inspiration and motivation to go running, subscribe today. For more information visit: www.whyrun.uk Follow on Instagram at #whyrunpodcast on Facebook @whyrunpodcast

The Why Climate podcast aims to make it clearer. We are going to look at how protecting the planet isn’t just good for the health of the planet

For readers of On Trails, this is an incisive, utterly engaging exploration of walking: how it is fundamental to our being human, how we've designed it out of our lives, and how it is essential that we reembrace it. "I'm going for a walk." How often has this phrase been uttered by someone with a...

Welcome to "Why Run Today," where the rhythm of running shoes on pavement beats like the heart of a community united not just by fitness but by stories that move us. Hosted by Ryan Tungseth, this podcast delves into the diverse experiences of runners from all backgrounds, exploring the profound reasons behind every step they take. From personal triumphs to communal journeys, join us at WhyRunToday.com as we uncover what propels us forward, one stride at a time. Discover the passion, challenges, and triumphs of those who run, and find out what drives them to keep going day after day.

Destined to be a classic. . . . . Cope makes us want to risk making real, intentional human connections-and makes us long to celebrate them, and to allow them to transform us into fully-conscious and fully-alive human beings.'- Geneen Roth, New York Times best-selling author of Women, Food and...

Weil jeder es verdient hat, auf sein Leben zurückzublicken und sich zu denken ”hell yes, war geil.” Wir wollen dich dazu ermutigen, ein bisschen mehr aus deinem Leben zu machen und ein Umfeld kreieren, in dem es deutlich weniger ”was wäre wenn’s” gibt.

The Why I Run podcast from Red Bull celebrates the extraordinary and the everyday stories of running, to inspire you to pick up those running shoes and just get going! Runners of every skill level are welcome, from passionate regulars, to runners who struggle themselves to get out the door, and everyone in between. We had some incredible episodes in Season 1; an F1 driver, a writer, an activist, and a BMX rider, who discuss topics such as running to spend time with others (including your dog), running to clear your mind, even running to be creative and much more!In this season we’ll be ...

Welcome to The Why We Tri Podcast! Finding self-motivation when the world beneath you is crumbling seems impossible. Triathlon & Endurance Sports demand you to be present at all times. Losing focus for only a moment while on the swim, the bike, or the run can have dangerous consequences.  After the sudden loss of my mom in 2018 and my divorce in 2020, my WHY in triathlon, as well as in my personal life, was deflated. My three daughters needed their Mom back, and I needed my WHY back. With small attempts back into the pool for a swim, or back on the bike to cycle, or out on that track to run, ...

Nadia Gilani has been practising yoga as a participant and teacher for more than 25 years. Yoga has saved her life and seen her through many highs and lows; it has been a faith, a discipline and a friend, and she believes wholeheartedly in its radical potential. However, over her years in the wellness industry, Nadia has noticed not only yoga's rising popularity, but also how its modern incarnation no longer serves people of colour, working-class people or many other groups who originally pioneered its creation.

Hey! Welcome to Doctor, Tell Me Why My name is Hesham and I'm a University of Cambridge graduate and Student Doctor. I’m very passionate about health, science and education and share this passion through creating fun and informative videos on YouTube. A lot of what I do is explaining the science behind the latest health trends, delineating fact from fiction and allowing you guys to live longer, stronger and healthier lives. While feeling better connected to your body. Because there are only so many hours in the day and I can’t possibly make a video about everything I come across on the ...

Exploring the why behind what keeps runners running long, strong, and motivated. Running is a sport that has the power to unite us all and we are here to share conversations about how running has shaped the lives of people within our community, as well as how running has created community in itself. From pro runners and Olympians to ultramarathoners running their first big race to business owners who use running to improve their entrepreneurial journey, we believe in creating community and expanding the running world for all. Hosted by running enthusiast, Jonathan Levitt.

The 50 State Finish Lines podcast explores running, road races, and all the ways running enriches our lives. In each episode, we discuss favorite races, tips about training, and hear from longtime runners about their favorite running shoes, tech gear, races, and how they stay motivated through the years. Whether you are thinking about starting running for the first time, or are considering new races in new places, or just looking for motivational ideas, this podcast offers lots of great information. Join us for a listen!