athletics
Athletics and fitness are the essential ingredients for your body to live a long and healthy life.
Pints & Parkruns: Carlisle Park, Morpeth
This week’s run was a late decision. How late? Well, I was already on the A1, heading towards Scotland, and decided to see how far I could get by about quarter-to-parkrun. The answer turned out to be Morpeth, where Carlisle Park was completely new to me.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Longevity
What Low Testosterone Does to the Body
Introduction In the realm of hormonal health, testosterone stands as a titan, wielding influence over an array of physiological processes. Yet, the prevalence of "Low T" or low testosterone has sparked widespread discourse, prompting individuals to scrutinize their hormonal balance and seek solutions to alleviate symptomatic burdens. In this comprehensive exploration, we embark on a journey to unravel the complexities of low testosterone, from its origins and diagnostic criteria to the nuances of testosterone replacement therapy.
By NICKSON NJERU2 years ago in Longevity
Cultivating Inner Peace: A Guide to Spiritual Wellness
Cultivating Inner Peace: A Guide to Spiritual Wellness Many people turn to spirituality as a deep well during challenging times in their lives. It strengthens inner serenity and gives us a feeling of unity with something bigger than ourselves. For each person, the concept of spirituality has a different meaning. As diverse as the people who practice them are the various spiritual beliefs and customs. The variety of impacts they can have on our mental health is one thing they all have in common. Our mental health is impacted by spirituality in many different ways. Your beliefs or sense of meaning and purpose are what make you spiritual. It is the source of your life's sense of significance or worth. Spirituality is not the same as religion, despite what many people may believe. However, they are connected. It is possible to be spiritual without adhering to a particular religion. People who identify as religious may adhere to a particular faith and may be associated with particular groups or customs.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Longevity
Stay Cool on the Trail: Gear Guide for Running in 40+ Degree Weather
Running a trail under the intense sun, where the temperatures hit almost 40 degrees, is a challenge even to the most experienced runner. The energy levels can easily be sapped by the heat leaving regardless of high endurance levels hence the need to prepare well enough before tackling the heat. Hydrating, eating right, and dressing strategically are critical aspects of overcoming the heat challenge for a successful and fun trail run. Proper preparation before hitting the trails in the heat is necessary. I have to prepare my body for the extreme heat I will encounter by ensuring I eat the best foods in the morning. The runners’ favorites should also be included in the meals – pizza and pasta. The carbs in the meal ensure I have enough energy throughout the long hot distance to run. Fats and proteins are provided by the well-balanced diet of pizza whereas in the case of pasta; complex carbs will sustain me through the exercise. The two meals are easy to digest and will not cause stomach upsets making them the best for morning meals.
By Calorie Monroy2 years ago in Longevity
Longevity Trends: What the Future Holds for Aging Populations
In recent decades, advancements in healthcare, technology, and lifestyle choices have contributed to a significant increase in life expectancy worldwide. As a result, societies are experiencing profound shifts in demographics, with more individuals living longer than ever before. This trend, known as longevity, poses both opportunities and challenges for individuals, communities, and governments. In this article, we will explore the current trends in longevity and what the future holds for aging populations.
By BLESSING COOL 2 years ago in Longevity
Pints & Parkruns: Chopwell Wood
Strange things happen, deep in the woods. Terrors lurk here, usually in the form of steep inclines. Chopwell Wood, in an unexpectedly rural outpost of Gateshead, boasts some nasty little hills. The steepest gradient on the course comes in at 14.3%, as part of an extended 500m climb about 1km in. Then, after a gratifying downhill, there’s another long rise, about 800m, with some 10%+ sections. Mercifully, the last 600m or so is dead flat. Just as well, since most runners are dead on their feet by this point.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Longevity
Not Pints & Parkruns: Durham City Junior
There’s nothing more reckless than a parental promise. Daughter has been getting ever more curious about Daddy’s parkrun trips and had a go at a few junior parkruns last year. Then winter came, it got cold and dark, putting the idea safely on the back burner.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Longevity
The Science of Longevity: How to Live a Longer, Healthier Life
In an era where the pursuit of longevity and health is more prevalent than ever, understanding the science behind living a longer, healthier life is paramount. Longevity isn't just about adding years to your life; it's about enhancing the quality of those years. This article delves into the science-backed strategies that can help you increase your lifespan and improve your overall well-being.
By BLESSING COOL 2 years ago in Longevity
Pints & Parkruns: Marshall Drive, Brotton
We knew this was going to be tough. Reports from other visitors suggested Marshall Drive was all about hills and mud. A look at the relief map showed four sharp, nasty-looking points of elevation on a four-lap circuit. A closer look suggested that not a yard of the course was actually going to be flat. Suddenly, I had an idea why this is one of the smaller parkruns in the region, typically attracting a couple of dozen intrepid runners to a playing field in a village near Saltburn.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Longevity
Pints & Parkruns: Silksworth
There aren’t many British parkruns in the shadow of a ski slope. But when Silksworth colliery closed down in 1971, the regeneration of the site saw a former hive of industry transformed into a leisure complex. That meant finding a new role for the enormous spoil tip, and the man-made hill proved ideal for an artificial ski slope.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Longevity
Pints & Parkruns: Hartlepool
Not many people think of Hartlepool as a beautiful beach. When the town makes an impression beyond its boundaries, it tends to be about a perpetually struggling football team (not even Brian Clough managed to win anything here). Or an infamous monkey, hanged as a French spy in the Napoleonic Wars. Even that beach come with a tale attached, involving an intrepid paddler and a life insurance scam. For Seaton Carew, read Seaton Canoe.
By Andy Potts2 years ago in Longevity
