Joe Rogan talks Nose Breathing with James Nestor

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“It’s all about the breath.” Joe Rogan “If you’re not breathing right, you’re never really going to be healthy.”  James Nestor Ep. #1506 of the Joe Rogan Experience is all about nose breathing, and why you should be doing it. In this episode, Joe Rogan interviews James Nestor, a journalist who’s written for Outside Magazine,…

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TIPS: Ways to Stay Hydrated

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As the weather warms up and we start to spend more time either outdoors in the heat, or indoors in the air conditioning, we’re more likely to get dehydrated. But rehydrating can be tricky—we generally need a lot more water than we think we do, but often, simply drinking more water can only help so…

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Our Top 3 Sleep & Fitness Trackers

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It’s never been easier—or more important—to track your health metrics than it is now. And, there have also never been more options to do so. We combed through all the top offerings on the market, and rounded up our three favorite health trackers here. Read on to see our recommendations! BEST OVERALL Apple Watch Series…

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Our Science-Backed Healthy Habits for Spring

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We couldn’t be more excited for this winter to be over. To make the most of the new season, our core team is making some Springtime resolutions—building new habits to improve our mental and physical health, and busting old habits that are slowing us down. Read on to see what we’re changing, and how science…

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The Harvard Hotel Maid Study: How Mindset Determines Results

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In 2007, a Harvard psychologist conducted a study including 88 hotel maids. She told 44 of the maids that their daily jobs involved serious exercise, and educated them on how their daily tasks contributed to their physical fitness. She told the other 44 maids nothing. After one month, she found that the maids who had…

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Buzzword Breakdown: LT

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This month’s Buzzword Breakdown features a metric the average fitness tracker won’t tell you, but that you’ve certainly felt the effects of at some point in your life: lactate threshold. WHAT IT IS LT: Lactate Threshold WHAT IT MEANS Lactate is an organic molecule produced by most tissues in the body, particularly our muscles. Your…

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Spring Leg Workout

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We’re a full year into this endless WFH lifestyle, and it’s time to give those legs some love. This one hour workout (courtesy of our personal trainer) will target your lower body—our biggest muscle groups—so you’ll be boosting your circulation and metabolism even long after your cool down. Ready to get started? You’ll need: One…

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The Benefits of Sleeping Together

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Sleeping next to someone you love can have a beneficial effect on the brain, body, and nervous system. Single and not ready to mingle? Don’t worry—sleeping next to a pet can have the same benefits.  All set? Here’s how sharing your bed can boost your health— LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE Snuggling up with someone you care…

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Connecting with Loved Ones During Covid

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February is the month of love, but this past year has forced us to redefine how we express that love: how we connect with our friends, family, and loved ones when we’re forced to remain physically distant.  Here are five ways you can send a little love to the folks you might be apart from…

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User Spotlight: An Intake Power Couple

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Meet Erin and Evan Nystrom, two Intake users who have been with us from the very beginning. Over the past few years, they’ve watched Intake grow as a company, and we’ve watched them go from remarkable individuals to unstoppable power couple. Read on for our interview— 1. Tell us a little about yourself, and your…

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