Beware the Story, Embrace the Science

Have you heard of “Blue Zones”? These pockets of the world are known for having citizens who live long, healthy lives. Some of these locations may look familiar: Okinawa, Japan (home of Mr. Miyagi from Karate Kid!). Sardinia, Italy. Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica. Icaria, Greece. These locations have a higher percentage of people living longer…

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Wasted Effort | Nerd Fitness

I remember racing down the escalator at Macy’s in the Cape Cod Mall. My mom, calmly riding the Up escalator like a regular person, would say I’m going to hurt myself (possible) or I’m making a scene (correct) or disturbing people trying to get off the escalator (also correct). Sometimes I get to the top,…

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