Upbeat music can sweeten tough exercise

Tom Patriot

New research coming out of UBC’s Okanagan campus demonstrates that upbeat music can make a rigorous workout seem less tough. Even for people who are insufficiently active. Matthew Stork is a postdoctoral fellow in the School of Health and Exercise Sciences. He recently published a study examining how the right music can help less-active people get more out of their workout — and enjoy it more. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) — brief, repeated bouts of intense exercise separated by periods of rest — has been shown to improve physical health…

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What Is the 60-Second Rule — and Does It Actually Work?

Tom Patriot

Back in January — the time of year when we often vow to treat ourselves and our skin better — a simple skin-care rule went viral on Twitter. Aesthetician Nayamka Roberts-Smith encouraged her massive following to wash their faces, morning and night, for a full 60 seconds each time. It’s clear why the #60SecondRule went viral: It’s easy to remember, doesn’t require purchasing new products or switching up your routine, and, best of all, only takes a minute. Over the years, I’ve heard lots of different opinions about just how important it is to cleanse…

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Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson Reportedly Live Together Now

Tom Patriot

Ashley Benson and Cara Delevingne’s relationship is apparently getting more serious. According to Us Weekly, Delevingne and Benson have reportedly moved in together. Per the outlet’s source, Benson is said to have “sold her house in Los Angeles” and “moved into Cara’s place there.” While Delevingne and Benson remain extremely private about their relationship, they have been spotted together more frequently in recent weeks. For instance, they were seen carrying a sex bench in Los Angeles, they’ve been photographed kissing in public, and they’ve even cozied up on Instagram. “They are so great,” added the source. “All their friends…

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