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Improve your balance and walking posture with this 30-minute walking Pilates treadmill workout

Improve your balance and walking posture with this 30-minute walking Pilates treadmill workout

Published by Jenni Sidey

One of the things I love most about Pilates is that it directs your attention to how your body moves, but I had never thought of bringing that degree of awareness to other types of exercise. That’s what Pilates instructor and Balanced Body educator Portia Page suggested doing when I was looking for treadmill routines for Fit&Well readers to try. “Treadmills also give you a level of control that walking outdoors doesn’t,” says Page, so you can maintain a consistent speed, adjust the incline and worry less about external distractions. Article continues below You may like “That means you can dial in form, breath and muscle engagement in a way most people never do outside,” she says. Page encourages you to think of the treadmill as a “movement lab” to refine your walking technique, then to apply those skills the next time you hit the road to walk outdoors. “If you train with intention, it becomes completely different,” she says. “Good form and posture help to prevent injury and will help you improve your endurance, …

I hate the treadmill, but when the hotel gym is the only option this 30-minute session maintains my fitness without overdoing it

I hate the treadmill, but when the hotel gym is the only option this 30-minute session maintains my fitness without overdoing it

Published by Jenni Sidey

I’ll admit, I do not like the treadmill. Not even a little bit. I prefer the fresh air in my lungs, dirt under my feet, and to feast my eyes on the great outdoors. However, I spend a lot of my time traveling, which means I often find myself in hotels where outdoor running opportunities are minimal, but treadmills are easily accessible. Sometimes I choose the hotel treadmill due to safety reasons. Other times, it’s simply logistics. Either way, I don’t skip the run. I adapt. With the right structure, even indoor miles can be somewhat enjoyable. I like to make my treadmill workouts short, sweet and to the point because if I’m in a hotel, I’m bound to have a busy day ahead. This 30-minute hotel gym treadmill routine blends tempo segments and incline changes to maintain aerobic fitness. Article continues below You may like I like to do this workout in the morning because it makes me feel productive and ready for the day without draining too much energy. The 30-Minute Hotel Treadmill …

I haven’t had access to a gym for three months—this is the 30-minute Pilates practice I’ve been relying on to keep me strong and injury-free

I haven’t had access to a gym for three months—this is the 30-minute Pilates practice I’ve been relying on to keep me strong and injury-free

Published by Jenni Sidey

I’ve been lifting weights for half a decade and not just because I want to build muscle. Strength training keeps my body as pain-free as possible, particularly with a long-standing knee injury. In December, I embarked on a three month trip around New Zealand and Sri Lanka. I was excited but was worried about letting go of my usual weight training as I’d rarely have access to a gym while away. Instead of lifting weights, I found a mat Pilates routine that I did at least weekly and I was surprised by how much strength I managed to maintain with just these bodyweight moves. It’s also kept me injury-free. Article continues below It’s a 30-minute full-body routine by instructor Charlie Faulkner whose Pilates and yoga workouts I’ve enjoyed doing for years. How to do the 30-minute Pilates routine Full body Mat pilates | 30 mins – YouTube Watch On All you need is an exercise mat for this workout. Faulkner also suggests using a Pilates ball if you have one, although I still found the …

I asked a podiatrist how people with balance issues should approach walking workouts—he suggested this 30-minute treadmill routine

I asked a podiatrist how people with balance issues should approach walking workouts—he suggested this 30-minute treadmill routine

Published by Jenni Sidey

Walking is rightly hailed as an accessible and effective type of exercise, but that doesn’t mean everyone finds walking easy to do. For instance, walking outdoors can be scary if you’re unsteady on your feet. That’s where a treadmill can come into its own, according to Dr Mikel Daniels, the president and chief medical officer at WeTreatFeet Podiatry. Daniels told me that the treadmill is clearly the better place to start walking for those with neuropathy who can’t reliably feel the ground, patients with a history of ankle sprains or poor balance, and people recovering from surgery who need a predictable footing and easy access to a handrail. You may like “In these cases, the smooth belt, climate control, and the ability to stop instantly make treadmill walking safer and more sustainable,” he says. To help people with those conditions get started, Daniels has put together a treadmill walking workout exclusively for Fit&Well readers. He’s supplied a range of speeds for each section so you can adjust the workout to suit your ability. He suggests …

A simple 30-minute EEG test may predict who will experience sexual dysfunction from SSRIs

A simple 30-minute EEG test may predict who will experience sexual dysfunction from SSRIs

Published by José Betancourt

A new study published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research has found that a simple brain measurement taken before treatment begins may predict which patients will experience sexual dysfunction from antidepressant medications. The findings suggest that individuals with naturally higher levels of serotonin activity are significantly more susceptible to these side effects, particularly difficulties with reaching orgasm. Depression is a debilitating condition that frequently impacts sexual health, with symptoms often including reduced desire and satisfaction. While effective treatment with antidepressants usually improves mood and overall well-being, the medications themselves can introduce new sexual challenges. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are the most commonly prescribed class of antidepressants. They are known to cause sexual side effects in a large percentage of users. These adverse effects can range from decreased libido to an inability to ejaculate or reach orgasm. These complications present a significant barrier to effective treatment. Many patients discontinue their medication because the sexual side effects affect their quality of life, self-esteem, and relationships. Currently, psychiatrists rely on a trial-and-error approach when prescribing these drugs. There …

30-Minute Activity Could Help Bring Your Attention Span Back

30-Minute Activity Could Help Bring Your Attention Span Back

Published by Sam Flores

You might’ve heard the claim that the modern adult’s attention span is eight seconds long, similar to that of a goldfish. This, King’s College London stated, is thankfully untrue. But in 2022, 49% of UK adults said they’d noticed their attention span shrinking. That’s before the mass adoption of AI, which some researchers think could contribute to “shorter attention spans and reduced ability to concentrate for extended periods”. Which begs the question: what can you do to feel more satisfied with your attention span if you’re one of the 49%? One method, Stacey Nye, a clinical psychologist at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, told AP, takes just half an hour a day. Give your brain “active breaks” “Active breaks” from stimuli like screens and work could help to retrain your brain in as little as 30 minutes, Nye said. These breaks can take the form of crafting, moving to another room for lunch, meditating, doing puzzles, or walking. The point, AP explained, is to complete a “physical or mental” activity that doesn’t involve a screen. Neuropsychologist …

A trainer says this 30-minute treadmill walking workout will help you keep active during winter

A trainer says this 30-minute treadmill walking workout will help you keep active during winter

Published by Jenni Sidey

As the days grow ever shorter and the weather more unpredictable, going outdoors for a walk may be the last thing you want to do. Thankfully, you can gain many of the same benefits indoors, with the help of a treadmill. Jennifer Scherer, a medical exercise specialist, certified personal trainer and owner of Fredericksburg Fitness Studio, explains how treadmill walking can form part of a balanced workout plan. “Treadmill walking is an excellent alternative to outdoor walking because it allows you to control pace, incline and duration, making it easy to stay consistent regardless of weather or terrain,” she says. You may like “Outdoor walking offers natural terrain variation and fresh air, but treadmill walking can replicate hills and challenges through incline adjustments. For cardiovascular fitness, calorie burn and joint-friendly movement, treadmill walking is just as effective—especially with interval or incline variations.” Try Scherer’s recommended 30-minute treadmill walking workout below, or save this article for next time outdoors looks uninviting. 1. Warm-up Time: 5min Speed: 2.5mph-3mph Incline: 0% Form tips: Stand up straight with your …