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Hey there, welcome to another edition of The Healthy Habits! I hope you're all feeling as healthy and energetic as you aim to be.
If the week has left you a bit drained, don't worry – we're here to help each other stay on track towards our wellness goals.
Todays Healthy Habits:
Your 4 Healthy Headlines
Is drinking coffee only in the morning better for your heart?
5 Moves to Achieve Your First Planche
4 Healthy Headlines
Is drinking coffee only in the morning better for your heart?
A new Tulane University study highlights that the timing of coffee consumption significantly impacts health outcomes. Morning coffee drinkers showed a 31% lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 16% reduction in all-cause mortality compared to those drinking coffee throughout the day. These benefits were consistent for moderate and heavy drinkers, while late-day coffee consumption may disrupt circadian rhythms and sleep, negating coffee’s health advantages. This research underscores the importance of aligning coffee habits with natural body rhythms for optimal cardiovascular and overall health benefits.
Healthy Fact of the Day: Regular physical activity can significantly improve brain health. Studies show that exercise boosts blood flow to the brain, enhances memory, and reduces the risk of cognitive decline as we age. Just 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise, like walking or cycling, a few times a week can help keep your mind sharp and your mood elevated!
Learn how to achieve the planche, a high-level gymnastic move showcasing strength, balance, and core control. Here’s a progression to get you started:
1. Planche Lean
Why It Works: Builds wrist strength and shoulder stability.
How to Do It: Shift shoulders beyond wrists in a plank, keeping arms straight and core engaged.
2. Tuck Planche
Why It Works: Engages core and shoulders for balance.
How to Do It: Lift feet off the ground, tuck knees to chest, and hold.
3. Advanced Tuck Planche
Why It Works: Adds intensity by extending knees slightly.
How to Do It: Hold tuck position with knees further away from the chest.
4. Straddle Planche
Why It Works: Reduces leverage difficulty to build strength.
How to Do It: From tuck, widen legs into a straddle for balance.
5. Full Planche
Why It Works: Demonstrates complete mastery of core and upper body strength.
How to Do It: Extend legs fully behind you from a straddle position, keeping the body parallel to the ground.
Progress takes time—patience and consistent practice are key.