Short-term Memory - Memory in the here and now
When we make a memory, we create connections in the brain. The neurons in the brain connect to each other. This connection gets stronger and stronger the more they are used. Eggheads call this long-term potentiation
The Benefits of Exercise – Listen to your heart
Lack of regular physical activity has been deemed to be on of the lead causes of chronic disease. Conversely, regular physical activity as been associated with a reduction in the risk of heart attack, lower blood cholesterol levels, lower risks of type 2 diabetes, lower risk of some cancers, prevention of stroke, and prevention or high blood pressure.
Flexible Optimism - No when to hold ‘em, no when to fold ‘em.
Over the last few weeks we have looked at the ABCDs of pessimistic thoughts.
With the two Ds being
Distraction and disputation.
Today we’ll look further into how to dispute your pessimistic explanations.
There are four tacks to dispute these. Evidence? Alternatives? Implications? Usefulness?
Gastrocnemius - Not a Supervillan but Your Face-plant Saviour
The shoulder is one of most mobile joints but this also makes it unstable. The rotator cuff muscles hold the shoulder together. They stabilise and enable movement of our shoulders but can sometimes become unbalanced. Here are some mobility, self-massage and yoga exercises that can help.
Making Connections in our Brains
When we make a memory, we create connections in the brain. The neurons in the brain connect to each other. This connection gets stronger and stronger the more they are used. Eggheads call this long-term potentiation