Published Aug 28, 2019

#538: Research-Backed Answers to All Your Fitness FAQs

Cambridge-trained physicist and former elite runner Alex Hutchinson provides research-backed answers to common fitness questions, exploring the ideal mix of cardio and weight training, injury prevention, and the mental health benefits of exercise. He emphasizes the importance of habit formation and personal preference in achieving long-term fitness success.

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Defining FitnessAlex Hutchinson, a Cambridge-trained physicist and former long-distance runner, shares research-backed insights on common fitness questions. He explores the motivations behind getting fit and the long-term health benefits of exercise.

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