Episode 18

Be Active

Stronger every day! Why strength training matters!

In this fourth episode from Pillar 3, Be Active, we will take a look at the importance of building a simple strength training - or resistance training regime into your busy lives. Just 30-60 minutes per week can have a meaningful impact on how we move, engage, and age.

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/be-active/stronger-every-day-why-strength-training-matters-and-how-to-fit-it-into-a-busy-life-9pdl4

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/be-active/resistance-training-and-health-what-the-science-actually-says

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/be-active/why-strength-training-matters-citations

#beactive #healthy #health #healthspan #active #new5aday #healthylifestyle #activity #nogym #busylives #everdayhealth #strength #strengthtraining #muscle #muscletraining #resistancetraining #agewell #strong

Episode 17

Eat Well

Macronutrients - getting the balance right!

In this fourth episode from Pillar 2, Eat Well, we will take a look at what the science says about the importance of each of the 3 Macros - Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat. The big message here is - focus on the quality!!

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/eat-well/your-daily-building-blocks-macronutrients-and-getting-the-balance-right-2799m

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/eat-well/macronutrients-and-metabolic-health-what-the-evidence-actually-shows

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/eat-well/macronutrients-citations

#eatwell #healthy #healthyeating #health #healthspan #enjoyeating #diet #nodiets #new5aday #healthylifestyle #nutrition #food #foodscience #busylives #everdayhealth #macros #macronutrients #nutrition #nutrients

Episode 16

Sleep Well

Good morning! When is the best time to wake up?

In this fourth episode from Pillar 1, Sleep Well, we will take a look at what the science says about the ideal time to wake up! This is so important to setting up your day right - and even to making sure you sleep well again the following night!

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/sleep-well/good-morning-when-is-the-best-time-to-wake-up-3ny7j

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/sleep-well/good-morning-what-time-does-science-say-you-should-wake-up

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/sleep-well/good-morning-what-time-should-you-wake-up-citations

#sleepwell #healthy #health #healthspan #sleep #bed #rest #recover #new5aday #healthylifestyle #sleepscience #busylives #everdayhealth #wakeup #wakingup

Episode 15

Your People

How many friends do you really need?

In this third episode from Pillar 5, Your People, we will take a look at at what the science says about our social circle and how many friends we really need - you may be surprised at the answer!!

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/your-people/how-many-friends-do-you-need-k2r6p

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/your-people/how-many-friends-what-the-science-says

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/your-people/how-many-friends-citations

#yourpeople #healthy #community #health #healthspan #friends #people #sharing #new5aday #healthylifestyle #together #companions #busylives #everdayhealth #busylives #everdayhealth #socialcircle #mentalhealth #friendship

Episode 14

Me-Time

Reading is so good for you!

In this third episode from Pillar 4, Me-Time, we will take a look at the amazing array of benefits of building a regular reading habit - some time to yourself to visit another world and turn down the stress in this one.

Some real gems - enjoy!!

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/metime/reading-is-so-good-for-you-d6ezf

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/metime/reading-and-the-mind-what-the-evidence-actually-shows

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/metime/reading-is-so-good-for-you-citations

#metime #healthy #health #healthspan #reading #calm #new5aday #healthylifestyle #restful #peaceful #recovery #mindful #peace #busylives #everdayhealth #goodbook

Episode 13

Be Active

Cardio - Your Heart Says "Move!"

In this third episode from Pillar 3, Be Active, we will take a look at the truth about Cardio - what counts as Cardio activity and how is it so very good for your body. Of course, we'll also be looking at ways to build more cardio activity into your busy everyday life.

Enjoy and keep on moving!!

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/ebe-active/your-heart-says-move-mf679

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/be-active/cardio-and-the-body-what-the-science-actually-shows

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/be-active/your-heart-says-move-citations

#beactive #healthy #health #healthspan #active #new5aday #healthylifestyle #activity #nogym #busylives #everdayhealth #cardio #heart #exercise

Episode 12

Eat Well

Go on - treat yourself!

In this third episode from Pillar 2, Eat Well, we will take a look at the sweet, sticky, delicious topic of treats and talk about how we can build them into a healthy, simple diet, without feeling bad about it and without thinking we have to make up for them later.

This is a good one you won't want to miss!

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/eat-well/go-treat-yourself-mmntp

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/eat-well/treats-indulgence-and-dietary-patterns-what-the-evidence-says

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/eat-well/go-on-treat-yourself-citations

Episode 11

Sleep Well

The bedtime routine: how what we do in the hour before bed influences how we sleep

In this third episode from Pillar 1, Sleep Well, we will look at how a simple, but intentional pre-bed routine can have a major impact on how well we sleep, and suggest a few simple ways to build a practical pre-bed routine that will work with your busy daily life.

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/sleep-well/the-bedtime-habit-how-what-you-do-before-bed-shapes-how-well-you-sleep-ytt84

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/sleep-well/bedtime-habits-and-sleep-quality-what-the-science-actually-shows

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/sleep-well/bedtime-habit-citations

Episode 10

Your People

I'm too shy! Overcoming shyness to find Your People

In this second episode from Pillar 5, Your People, we will look at how shyness can be common blocker that holds many people back from reaching out and forming their community, together with evidence-backed tips and techniques to overcoming this very-real challenge.

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/your-people/im-too-shy-overcoming-shyness-to-reach-your-people-83ldn

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/your-people/shyness-social-anxiety-and-the-science-of-change

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/your-people/im-too-shy-citations

Episode 9

Me Time

Music - a soundtrack for peace and quiet

In this second episode from Pillar 4, Me Time, we will look at the full range of benefits of intentionally listening to music.  How taking a break - even for just a few minutes - to be with your music can be so good for you! We will also look at ways to build some intentional music time into your busy, every-day life.

A written article to accompany this podcast can be found at www.new5aday.com/metime/music-a-soundtrack-for-peace-and-quiet

For more information on the science behind this podcast, visit the accompanying Deep Dive article at www.new5aday.com/metime/music-and-the-mind-what-the-science-actually-shows

For further research and details on the specific journals referenced, visit the accompany Citations list at www.new5aday.com/metime/music-a-soundtrack-for-peace-amp-quiet-citations