TWV Podcast Episode 497: Movement, Exercise Snacks and New Posture Science

In episode 497 of The Whole View podcast, Stacy and Dr. Sarah discuss the benefits of living an active lifestyle, the difference between moderate and vigorous intensity activity, the importance of movement breaks during the day, how much exercise to aim for each week, and new science showing even a few seconds of exercise has benefits.

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Recommended Reading and Listening

• The Importance of Exercise
• The Benefits of Gentle Movement
• Why Exercising Too Much Hurts Your Gut
• Balancing Physical Activity with Rest: How Do We Get It Right?
• TPV Podcast, Episode 151: Exercise Performance & Gut Health
• TPV Podcast, Episode 155: Breaking the Sedentary Habit
• TPV Podcast, Episode 132: The Too Much of Exercise
• TPV Podcast, Episode 47: Exercise

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