Physical Fitness Blogs

When you plunge into cold water, your body triggers a remarkable family of protective proteins led by RBM3 that can repair brain synapses, fight neurodegeneration, and may hold keys to living longer and thinking sharper.

Now, I consider myself to be a pretty health-conscious person. For the last 30+ years, part of my daily routine has been working out at the gym, picking up new things every so often. It’s important to never stop learning, mix up your workouts and keep things fresh. So, I was surprised that it wasn’t until recently that I discovered the Asian Squat. Not just because it’s an absolutely amazing activity that promotes a healthier lifestyle, which in turn may even aid in longevity (we all want to live longer, right?). But especially for the fact that it has been around for THOUSANDS of years! That’s right, in ancient times, the Asian Squat was king.