Why does exercise make you happy? Everyone says it does but what is really happening? Turns out there are several layers to the function in which training can help you feel better about yourself and the world as such. 1. Dopamine release When we exercise the body releases happy chemicals, namely endorphins and dopamine. Since …
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What are good back pain relief exercises?
Are there back pain relief exercises and what should you do if you suffer from back pain? First things first: Personal training ( whether in NYC or anywhere else) is not rehab. If you are having an acute injury such as a slipped or bulging disk, you’ll need medical attention along with physical thereby, not …
How to Recover Faster from Workouts?
HI, Maik Wiedenbach NYC personal trainer here talking about recovery. Recovery is a big part of your puzzle if you want to build a great body. So far we covered training and diet and those are very important components. But what about other components that might help recover faster? Namely, stretching and foam rolling. …