Posted September 30, 2011 by Samer H., Samer H.
Fitness Digest #2
Week two of our Weekly Fitness Digest is a mix insight into the mental benefits of exercise, a look at barefoot running, a bit of advice to prepare you for the holidays, and puppies.
Here's what you should read this week to get inspired about your fitness:

How Exercise Can Strengthen The Brain

Gretchen Reynolds, New York Times

Does exercise strengthen brain cells like it does muscles?

Like Barefoot, Only Better?

By Caitlin McCarthy et al with Mark Anders, American Council on Exercise

I got a pair mainly to prevent all the cuts I kept getting from stepping on rocks when paddle-boarding. Apparently they have a lot more going for them than simply expensive cut protectors.

Set Your Goals Now! The Reverse New Year’s Resolution

By Lisa Johnson, Lisa Johnson Fitness

If you know you're going to set a New Year's Resolution to lose weight why not preempt that with a Reverse New Year's Resolution?

Looking for a fitness buddy? Get a dog

By Dorene Internicola, Reuters

Take your best friend with you on the walking and running challenges. They'll be happy, you'll be fit.

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