Posted March 10, 2019 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Biking or Running?

Debra’s Wellness Tips

People often wonder about the benefits of biking or running. I am NOT a runner, never have been, but I love biking and walking.

Total calories burned during exercise depends more on the level of intensity of the workout and the time spent in the activity, but generally the more muscles […]

Posted March 18, 2018 in Uncategorized

Walking and Running

Debra’s Wellness Tips

Walking enthusiasts and running gurus each claim to offer greater health benefits. Many websites help you make sense of the truth and the science comparing walking and running.

Walking is working at a lower intensity, requiring less “quick” energy, so you experience a higher percentage of fat being burned off walking. […]

Posted March 26, 2017 in Debra’s Wellness Tips

Get Physical!

Debra’s Wellness Tips

Scientists are looking at whether running as a young person helps your brain as it ages.

“The areas of the brain where we saw more connectivity in runners are also the areas that are impacted as we age, so it really raises the question of whether being active as a young adult […]