Synenergy Wellbeing

Super interesting article on how our fear & anger are both manipulated, & then worn down by our own engagement.

Maybe it's time to take a break, be still & breathe. Connect with heart & joy with our loved ones.
5min read.

Why are we all so angry right now? Many experts say we're being manipulated for profits Anger and fear dominate our world right now, but experts say those who are engineering these emotions are often doing so for the money.

I find this so distressing...😥 So much toxicity, destroying our hearts and minds. We're not coping as adults, our kids are in crisis.

Our strength is only as great as our ability to be vulnerable. 💙

As school heads back this week let's cultivate more joy, confidence, resilience, equality, compassion, empathy, and positive connection for our young people.

5min read.

'Welcome to fat f*** university': Fitness gymfluencers a growing 'danger' for young boys A new wave of fitness and gym influencers is exposing young boys to a constant barrage of pursuits for physical perfection, and experts warn it poses a serious mental health risk.

Another great example of the powerful & positive impact that exercise can have.
You don't have to be great. Just make a start & keep moving forward. One step, one breath at a time. With patience & practise, you will cultivate focus, discipline & commitment. You'll surprise yourself just how great you actually are! 🤩🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💙
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This young mum was in crisis. She says one routine 'completely changed the trajectory of my life' For Kuku Yalanji woman Georgia Weir, running became a way to manage the impacts of trauma that she'd battled for much of her life. Now she's keen to share its incredible impact with as many people as she can.

Risky Play "Better a broken bone than a broken spirit." 💙
Given the opportunity, our kids are more capable than we think.
Allowing them to choose their own adventures fosters positive mental health outcomes and builds greater confidence and resilience.
We could all benefit from a little more play, and a little more adventure.
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A century ago, a Danish architect noticed kids avoiding his parks. His solution? The risky playground Experts say emerging research shows a link between risky play and less psychological distress in adolescent years. Could this be part of the solution to the current teen mental health crisis?

Super interesting and exciting development in treating ACL injuries. Good to know as the ski season starts. Take care out there friends.
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The 'left field' treatment that healed my torn ACL naturally After three months in a knee brace as part of a research trial, my anterior cruciate ligament healed itself. This novel program could revolutionise the way ACL tears are treated.

An interesting observational study again supports why exercise and movement daily are important for improving health outcomes across all measures. Even
short bursts of activity daily can have a positive effect on longevity and offset the risks associated with higher sedentary lifestyles.
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Is 22 minutes of exercise really enough to combat the risks of sitting too long? Residents of developed countries spend an average of nine-to-10 hours sitting everyday and a sedentary lifestyle is linked to earlier death. But what if just 22 minutes of exercise a day could lower the risk?

Super interesting article on low intensity training. It's got a new name - Zone 2 training, & some new research to boot.

If you're training for endurance, want to actually get fitter, & train your body to use more fat to fuel your exercise, then have a read.

High intensity interval training (HIIT) is still necessary in your training regime, but Zone 2 will help develop greater long-term & endurance fitness. Like most things, it's not one or the other, but using complimentary tools to achieve your goals, more sustainably.

8min read.
It's a bit complicated in parts, but stick with it. Like the article demonstrates, it's worth it in the end.
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This Tour de France champion swears by Zone 2 training, but making it work for the Average Joe is not so simple The concept of Zone 2 training is all the rage for endurance sports like cycling or running, but is the hype real?

I was literally having this conversation with one of my older clients yesterday!

Start playing the long game now! 💪🏼😎

"[Strength training] probably has the biggest impact on our health and longevity as we age." Dr Lyon, author of Forever Strong: A New Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well.
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5min read.

This exercise has a huge effect on our health and longevity, but many of us ignore it Building muscle isn't just for powerlifters and body builders. These experts explain how some resistance training, even just at home, can impact how we experience ageing.

Great article. Thorough & honest breakdown of the evidence, with a balanced & fair overview of the results.
New research suggests Apple Cider Vinegar may be useful in weight loss.
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Can a glass of apple cider vinegar a day keep the weight at bay? A new study suggests it could A new experimental study provides some evidence of a link between drinking apple cider vinegar and weight loss. Here's what we know.