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Walking is one of the most underrated forms of exercise. Everyone can do it anywhere, any time. This form of exercise may not be as impactful as a full-body, high-intensity interval workout or long distance run, but walking does do surprising wonders for the body. Walking aims to improve cardiovascular health by strengthening the heart and improving circulation. Walking also benefits your mental health, releasing endorphins that boost your mood to improve the overall mental state. 

There is something to be said about getting out of the house or office to go for a walk. It’s like a release that frees your mind and body from the confines of home or work. Research confirms that changing scenery, especially if you can see nature, has positive effects on mental health. As far as from a physical standpoint, walking in the middle of the day can help reduce the risk of lower back and knee pain, particularly if you do it on a regular basis. 

It is very exciting to see more and more research emerging about the benefits of walking. Ideally, you should aim to get 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week, which basically means each walk can last 30 minutes. Aim for about 5,000 steps or more per day. If you regularly hit that mark, consider the following tips to make your walk more effective. 

Try Interval Jogging Or Speed Walking

If you don’t want to engage in a full 30-minute jog, consider incorporating a faster pace at select times during your daily walk. Health experts suggest that doing interval-based training during your walk can improve cardiovascular health. You can walk for two minutes and then speed walk for 30 seconds to one minute. Continue alternating between walking and fast walking, or even light jogging, and you will notice the difference in how your body feels. You can increase the interval times as your body adjusts to the new walking regimen. 

Walk Along A Hilly Path

Sure, walking on flat ground is perfectly fine, especially if you have knee or foot issues. Walking downhill can help improve muscle strength in your lower extremities, in addition to reducing the stress on the cardiovascular system. If you don’t have hiking trails accessible to you, find a hilly neighborhood and you’ll be good to go. Interestingly enough, walking downhill puts less stress on your breathing and heart rate. Walking uphill, on the other hand, challenges the cardiovascular system and can benefit people with knee problems. No matter if you are going downhill or uphill, remain consistent with your routine so that your body can get used to walking in hilly areas. Lastly, don’t be afraid to return to a flatter path every now and again to make life easier on yourself. 

Maintain A Quick Walking Pace

Movement is better than no movement at all, but walking at a snail’s pace will not enhance your walk. Walking briskly counts toward your 150 minutes of moderately-intense aerobic activity that health experts recommend. It can be tricky to know your heart rate during your walk, but a great way to keep up the quick pace is by listening to upbeat music. Push yourself by listening to songs that are at least 100 beats per minute (BPM) and you will move with the music. You can search the web or streaming platforms for songs with that BPM. If that pace is a little too quick for you, you can slow down every other song to help maintain consistency. The last thing you want to do is stop walking!

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Do you feel a bit of brain fog in these hotter months? It’s logical to think that your sleep pattern may be to blame, but the heat may have a bigger influence on brain health than you realize. A few summers ago, researchers in Boston studied young adults living in college dorm rooms during a heat wave. Some of the participants had central air conditioning (AC) and slept in a 71-degree Fahrenheit (F) environment. Other participants did not have AC and the room averaged 80 degrees F.

For nearly two weeks of the study, students took a few tests every morning administered via their cell phones. The students who had to sleep in the hotter environment performed measurably worse on the tests than the students who slept in the cooler environment. One of the tests involved math, requiring simple addition and subtraction. A second test, the Stroop test, jumbled words and colors. If the participants saw the word “red” in a blue circle, they had to respond “blue,” according to the study authors. 

If your reaction time is slower, then you may get tripped up more easily on certain questions. Researchers behind the study found that heat slows your reaction time. In fact, they saw reductions in the order of 10% in response times and accuracy. Part of that may stem from interrupted sleep, or lack of sleep. When the sleeping environment is hotter and you are not accustomed to heat, it is much more difficult to get quality sleep. That said, a body of research suggests that the heat itself interferes with cognition. 

What Does Other Research Say?

A similar study from 2021 documented reduced cognitive performance at temperatures of 79 degrees F. As the temperatures rose during the study, researchers observed lower activity in the parasympathetic nervous system, which is the anti-stress system that can help you remain calm. Additionally, researchers noticed that oxygen saturation levels in the blood were much lower at higher temperatures. That most likely explained the reduction in cognitive performance. 

Other studies found that higher temperatures in an office setting made office workers score lower on standardized tests. One of those studies found that productivity in the workplace was higher when the air temperature averaged 72 degrees F. Productivity began to decrease once temperatures reached the mid-70s. Additional research found that high school students performed more poorly on standardized tests when the days were hotter. Hotter days also made students more irritable or moodier, which may result from elevated cortisol levels. Too much cortisol in the body can induce frequent stress responses. 

Given that extreme heat waves are more common nowadays, health experts are more interested in understanding how heat can influence mechanisms that influence anxiety-related problems and mood. A study from 2022 found that hospital visits for mental health-related issues rose during extremely hot weather. That is consistent with what a lot of physicians explain. 

How Do You Combat The Effects Of Heat?

First and foremost, you need to hydrate as much as possible when the weather is hot. In hotter weather, you lose more sweat, so you have to replenish those fluids. In addition to water, drink electrolyte beverages (preferably not sugary sports drinks) that help replenish lost nutrients. In regards to the first study we discussed at the beginning of the article, students that slept in hot rooms drank less than six glasses of liquid per day. Prior research showed that being slightly dehydrated led to impaired cognitive performance. Drink plenty of water to keep your physical and mental health working optimally!

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It was Frederick Douglas who once famously asked, “What to a slave is the Fourth of July?” To honor the anniversary of the freedom granted to enslaved African Americans, we pose a similar question, “What is significant of Juneteenth to the Black community?” To answer this question, we must first understand what Juneteenth is. 

What Is Juneteenth?

The name is a play on the date of June 19th, 1865, which is a significant date in American history and the African American experience. It was on this day that the enslaved people in Galveston, Texas learned that they had been freed, which came as the result of the Civil War’s end, and two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. General Gordon Granger led the Union Army to Galveston on that day and told all the people of Texas that enslaved African Americans were free. 

If you know your history, then you know the Civil War ended in April of 1865. It took a while for freedom to make its way to the western most rebelling state: Texas. Enslavers were even aware of not only the Emancipation Proclamation, but also the end of the Civil War. You have to understand that border states existed, including Maryland, that still maintained slavery. The Reconstruction Amendments came to be after the end of the Civil War. Those amendments include the 13th Amendment, which finally ended slavery throughout the nation. The 14th Amendment provides citizenship, while the 15th Amendment provides the opportunity to vote and hold office. 

Is Juneteenth More Of A Day Of Remembrance?

It is very like Americans to turn a federal holiday, which usually equates to a day off work for most people, into a party or get together of sorts. For Juneteenth, it depends on what you want. There are many Juneteenth festivities rooted in cookouts and picnics. Black Americans originally celebrated Juneteenth as their true Independence Day, gathering with friends and family, many of whom had been separated. These gatherings were especially meaningful because they were free of restricted measures, which were commonly enforced in Confederate states. 

In 2024, the White House kicked off Juneteenth celebrations with a concert on the South Lawn. It was a mostly festive atmosphere that also celebrated Black Music Month. Vice President Kamala Harris, the first Black vice president, danced on stage with Kirk Franklin. As of now, there has been no word of such a celebration or event under President Donald Trump’s second administration. The current administration banned diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives (DEI) in the federal government. That has included removing Black American history content from federal websites. Additionally, Trump officials also discouraged some federal agencies from recognizing other racial heritage celebrations. 

What Public Celebrations Are Taking Place?

If you search online in your area, you will definitely find gatherings that vary in scope and tone. Some celebrations involve carnival rides and games and host a variety of food trucks, arts, crafts, and more. There are also concerts and fashion shows to highlight Black creativity and honor Black Music Month. The National Park Service is also making entry to all sites free on this holiday. 

Does Juneteenth Have Special Decorations Or Foods?

The red, black, and green African Liberation Flag, or Pan-African flag, is commonly displayed at both Black History Month and Juneteenth events. The red represents bloodshed and sacrifice of enslaved ancestors, black is for Black people, and green symbolizes the richness of the land in Africa. That said, more people tend to use the Juneteenth flag that activist Ben Haith created in 1997. 

Haith founded the National Juneteenth Celebration Foundation. Similar to the American flag, the Juneteenth flag also uses red, white, and blue colors to indicate that those freed are also Americans. The five-point start in the center of the flag is a tribute to the birthplace of Juneteenth: Texas. A white starry line encircles the central star, and that line represents the spread of freedom. 

As for food, barbecues are very common, but the red-themed foods and beverages have remained constant at celebrations. Red symbolizes both the sacrifice and bloodshed of enslaved ancestors. Depending on where you live, you may see a variety of dishes at the Juneteenth table.

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June is Pride Month, and it’s dedicated to celebrating the work of LGBTQIA+ activists who have changed the world. The gatherings that take place over the course of the month allow LGBTQIA+ individuals to celebrate who they are, and who they are proud to be. By going to Pride events, the community gets to celebrate who they are and who they love. The welcoming and accepting nature of these events relieves any person of fear they might otherwise experience in the world. 

What Is Pride Month?

Dedicated to uplifting LGBTQIA+ voices, Pride Month celebrates LGBTQIA+ rights and culture. Throughout the month, there are many celebrations that take place, including parades, protests, live theater, memorials, drag performances, and more. Additionally, there are many celebrations of life that commemorate members of the community who lost their lives to HIV/AIDS. Part of the month is about political activism, while the other part focuses on celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and the victories it has achieved over the years. 

Why Is June Pride Month?

Early in the morning on June 28th, 1969, police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York’s Greenwich village. Officers started hauling patrons outside and tensions escalated quickly. Patrons resisted arrest and a large crowd of bystanders began throwing coins, bottles, and other things at the officers. Fed up by the harassment by authorities, New York’s gay community broke out in neighborhood riots that lasted three days. 

The uprising served as somewhat of a catalyst for an emerging gay rights movement. For example, the Gay Liberation Front and the Gay Activists Alliance formed after the historic event. These organizations modeled themselves after the civil rights and women’s rights movements. Members of the organizations held protests, met with political leaders, and interrupted public meetings to hold leaders accountable. One year after the Stonewall riots, the nation’s first Gay Pride marches took place. 

What does LGBTQIA+ Stand For?

LGBTQIA+ is an inclusive term that includes people of all genders and sexualities. The acronym stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and allies. Each letter may stand for a specific group of people, but the term encompasses the entire spectrum of gender fluidity and sexual identities. Queer is an umbrella term for non-straight people, while intersex refers to those whose sex does not have a clear definition because of hormonal, genetic, or biological differences. 

Where Did Pride Come From?

According to historical accounts, many people credit Brenda Howard as being the “Mother of Pride.” She organized the first Pride parade to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. 

Where Did the Rainbow Flag Originate?

The rainbow flag, created by artist Gilbert Baker in 1978, is a commonly used symbol of LGBTQIA+ ride. Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay elected officials in the U.S., commissioned Baker to make a flag for the city’s upcoming Pride celebrations. Baker, a prominent gay rights activist, used the stripes on the American flag as inspiration, but used the rainbow to include the many groups within the gay community. Many people don’t know that each color of the flag has its own meaning. Red symbolizes life, orange is healing, yellow is sunshine, green is nature, blue is harmony, and purple is spirit. The original eight-color flag included hot pink and turquoise. The former represented sex, while the latter represented magic and art. 

Pride events welcome allies from outside the LGBTQIA+ community. There are many opportunities to show support, observe, listen, and learn more about Pride during the month of June. See what your community has to offer via social media, news outlets, and more. Happy Pride Month!

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The beginning of the year is a common time to adopt new habits and make big life changes. Spring also marks a time of starting fresh, as flowers bloom and temperatures rise. There is a big push for a lot of people to freshen up the home and surrounding environment. Not only does spring cleaning create a more visually appealing space, but it also brings some notable health benefits for the body and mind. 

Mental health experts note that people with less clutter in the livers report higher psychological well-being. They may also express more happiness being in their own space. Additionally, people with respiratory problems, such as allergies or asthma, may find symptom relief after deep cleaning their indoor space. 

Now, spring cleaning should not be viewed as a chore, even though it technically is. Focus on the mental and physical health benefits that spring cleaning can provide and you’ll be scrubbing the floors in no time. Continue reading to learn about five possible health benefits of spring cleaning. 

May Enhance Productivity

One study found that people with cluttered office spaces experienced higher rates of emotional exhaustion, indecision, and job-related tension than those with less clutter. They also reported lower rates of job satisfaction and were not as efficient at time management. All of these factors contributed to poor overall job performance. Basically, cleaning your home or office desk may help clear your head and contribute to better workflow. Additionally, you may experience a boost in productivity, especially if you work from home. 

Potentially Minimize Allergies

Allergic to dust, pollen, dander, or other allergens? A deep spring clean may help reduce the severity (or completely get rid of) your allergy symptoms. If you are allergic to anything inside your home, such as pet dander or dust mites, spring cleaning may benefit your nose, eyes, and chest. According to health experts, removing indoor allergens from the home can reduce the signs and symptoms of allergic rhino-conjunctivitis. Such symptoms include runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, and general congestion. Use a vacuum with a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to remove allergens as you clean. You can also use an indoor air purifier to help improve air quality in the home. 

May Boost Your Mood

Do you ever feel a sense of pride and mood elevation when you clean up your space? Well, researchers have observed that spring cleaning is a helpful strategy to improve overall mental wellness. One study found that people with less clutter in their homes reported a higher sense of well-being than those with more clutter. Additionally, other research indicates that more clutter in the home causes higher levels of cortisol (the stress hormone), especially in women. The reason for this is because clutter can cause distress or impairment in a person’s life. Getting rid of items that no longer serve a purpose can help bring about a greater sense of self. 

May Promote Heart Health And Longevity

Spring cleaning, or any cleaning for that matter, is a form of light exercise. It gets your heart pumping and helps you burn some calories. In fact, the American Heart Association (AHA) even recommends spring cleaning as a way to get active and boost heart health. By improving heart health, you could positively affect your longevity as well. An earlier study found that housework was one of the many daily activities that contributed to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. The only thing that would get in the way of cardiovascular benefits is using extremely harmful chemical cleaners. You can easily avoid this by using all-natural DIY cleaning products. 

May Improve Asthma Symptoms

The birds are singing and the flowers are in bloom, but people with asthma may dread this time of year. Flower plants and pollen can worsen asthma symptoms, but not all allergens exist outside. You can easily encounter asthma triggers in your home, but spring cleaning can help you keep your home allergen-free, potentially curbing your symptoms. Researchers note that spring cleaning can help remove cockroach allergens, dust mites, and pet dander in your home. Removing such allergens, if allergic, will help relieve any respiratory irritation or symptoms. Finally, consider wearing a mask while cleaning to help you avoid inhaling large amounts of allergens while cleaning.

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