The First 20 Minutes Surprising Science Reveals How We Can
Exercise Better, Train Smarter, Live Longer The New York Times
bestseller that explains how groundbreaking scientific
discoveries can help each of us achieve our personal bestEvery
week, Gretchen Reynolds single-handedly influences how millions
of Americans work out. In her popular New York Times column, she
debunks myths, spurs conversation, and stirs controversy by
questioning widely held beliefs about exercise.Here, Reynolds
consults experts in a range of fields to share paradigm-shifting
findings that were previously only available in academic and
medical journals, including: · 20 minutes of cardio is all you
need (and sometimes six minutes is enough)· Stretching before a
workout is counterproductive· Chocolate milk is better than
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just want to climb the stairs without losing your breath, The
First 20 Minutes will show you how to be healthy today and
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