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Why daily walking improves physical and mental health

Walking is one of the most accessible forms of physical activity and can be easily incorporated into daily routines. Regular walking supports heart health and helps maintain consistent movement ... Read More

5 reasons going outside is good for your mental health (even when it's dark)

In a recent outdoor therapy session, a client shared what she noticed while walking on the trail. The way the light shimmers on the water, the tree branches swaying, the leaves rustling and how the ... Read More

The women power-walking for mental health

As most of us curl up on our sofas with the TV on and phones in hand this winter, a group of 20 women are power-walking through the streets of Lincoln in a bid to boost their mental health during the ... Read More

Napa festival gives teens space to connect and talk about mental health

With stress and mental health challenges top of mind for many teens, a Napa nonprofit is creating space for them to slow down, connect and talk openly about well-being. Mentis — Napa County’s longtime ... Read More

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine: try walking backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger ... Read More

The Benefits of Running for Your Mental Health

You can feel this particular benefit of running for mental health while still on the move or as soon as you finish your miles. Running releases endorphins in the brain, and these endorphins act as a ... Read More

Abu Dhabi Health Festival hits three cities to track residents’ real-world habits

Abu Dhabi is launching a new health festival this month that will not only promote movement, sleep, nutrition and mental wellbeing but also track how residents change their habits over time, senior ... Read More