Do you tend to exercise mainly on the weekends? A new study finds this could offer equivalent benefits for brain health and mental health as staying active throughout the week.
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New study looks at the benefit of ‘weekend-warrior’ pattern of exercise.
Be sure to include both cardio and resistance training in your workouts for the most health benefit.
So-called ‘weekend warriors’ had a 30% lower risk of death from any cause compared to those who never exercised.
Dr James Brown answered questions on Facebook Live from how much exercise you need to what you should eat afterwards.
A new study examines the benefits of cramming all of your weekly exercise in at the weekend.
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