Exercising Safely

I highly recommend this excellent, succinct interview with New York Times Phys Ed columnist Gretchen Reynolds re: physical activity and health. She reviews new research regarding:

• the myths and dangers of sitting, static stretching, and “hydration;”
• the benefits of standing, squatting, walking, and running;
• chocolate milk as an ideal post-exercise recovery drink;
• physical activity for life extension vs. exercise for fitness;
• how to/not to warm up to prevent exercise-induced injuries.

A must read/listen for us all! Click on the link below to read the story or listen the the interview:

http://www.npr.org/2012/05/09/152336802/stand-up-walk-around-even-just-for-20-minutes