Modern humans are naturally able to adapt to every climate, and can naturally exercise in all but the most extreme conditions…so no excuses, right?

We hope this makes you want to take a walk and seek that most natural of human places…high ground

New analysis by scientists at the University of Queensland suggests that extended periods of uninterrupted sitting may be more harmful than previously realized. The researchers looked at existing survey data involving almost 5,000 adult American men and women, and found a strong link between both total and average duration of sitting and markers for heart disease, including obesity. Importantly, even among people with similar total amounts of daily sitting, those who took more breaks from sitting were significantly healthier. Learn more about the new findings at Get Up Stand Up.

Need a quick pick-up at work or want to meet someone new at your favorite work-out spot? Try a two-minute push-up challenge. Whether it’s the most you can do in four 30 second sets (with good form) or ten super slow reps with five second holds at the bottom, a quick series of push-ups can freshen your mood and energize others. Learn more about our natural calisthenics program at HumanaNatura Calisthenics.

Two studies in the news today showing substantial reductions in cancer risk from regular vigorous exercise. Learn more about the research at Exercise & Colon Health and Exercise & Prostate Health.