“We first make our habits, and then our habits make us”.(John Dryden, 17th-century English poet and playwright, 1631–1700) Would you believe that scientists have studied what makes people form habits?The key truth is that a habit will persevere even if your motivation weakens.“The habit formation process involves repetition and rewards that reinforceneural connections in the … Continue reading The Science of Habits
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Is It OK to Exercise with a Hangover?
OK, the excuse is that it’s Christmas and you have 'the cocktail flu': there’s the headache; the dry mouth; queasiness. After all, alcohol is a toxin (if you look up the dictionary definition of a toxin, trust me, you’ll never drink a drop again!). It's funny how an exercise session can seem like a great … Continue reading Is It OK to Exercise with a Hangover?