Staying active

Sitting too much? This week, we're exploring the hidden health risks of a sedentary lifestyle and sharing simple ways to offset the damage.

Plus: 

• A wellness CEO's self-care secrets 

• The Everlane founder’s new brand, shoe drops from HOKA and adidas, Apothékary’s latest tincture, and more.

Let’s go!
- Ash Read and Joe Niehaus

Simple strategies to offset hours of sitting

Topline: Too much sitting is sabotaging our health. From cardiovascular disease to depression, a sedentary lifestyle is lethal. But, the solutions are surprisingly simple.

Push yourself. A study of 12,000+ adults found that just 22 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity can offset the damage of prolonged sitting. 

Even 10 minutes of activity reduced all-cause mortality by up to 55%.

Move first. Exercising before long periods of sitting can boost cardiovascular health, enhancing blood flow, improving circulation, and lowering blood pressure for up to three hours.

Break it up. Incorporate 3-minute bursts of resistance exercise for every 30 minutes spent sitting to boost metabolic health, lowering glucose and insulin levels by about 30%.

Even if you don’t stick to a specific schedule, regular standing, walking, or movement breaks are beneficial. 

Some simple, equipment-free exercises to try:

• Bodyweight squats: 10-15 reps

• Desk push-ups: 5-10 reps

• Standing calf raises: 15-20 reps

• Chair dips: 5-10 reps

The bottom line: While long periods of sitting are often unavoidable, you're not doomed. Even small amounts of intentional movement can have a big impact on your long-term health.

My Health Stack by Lisa Odenweller

Each week in our Health Stack series, Wellworthy taps into its network of health and fitness experts to offer personal insights and recommendations.

This week:Lisa Odenweller. Lisa is the founder and CEO of Kroma Wellness, a superfoods brand and creator of the popular 5-Day Reset kit. Her mission is to redefine “food as medicine” and make it easy to eat healthy. 

Here’s Lisa’s Health Stack.

How I stay feeling young:

• Lotion P50 from Biologique Recherche: “I really love which I use after I wash my face morning and night. It gently exfoliates and I have seen massive improvements since using it.”

• LYMA Infrared Skin Laser: “I am obsessed with the LYMA infrared skin laser - it’s expensive but it works. From minimizing pores, tightening skins, helping with breakouts and discolorations - it’s incredible.”

• Nutrafol: “I’m a big fan of Nutrafol because, let’s face it, as we age, we’re all on the hunt for ways to achieve stronger, healthier hair.”

• Colostrum from Armra: “This is a new addition to my routine for me and I think it really does help build immunity as I am never sick. I’m always on the hunt for the best of the best when it comes to ingredients and I love that this brand shares my values.”

My self-care routine:

• Forward__Space: “I maintain overall well-being through a dynamic mix of cardio and strength training which is non-negotiable… My favorite workout is a kick-ass dance class at Forward__Space in NYC so anytime I am in town I will plan my day around my dance classes.”

• Remedy Place:“I love visiting the Remedy Place to fill back up when I am depleted. The menu of treatments are amazing. My favorite is The Ice Bath and Breathwork class - it’s to die for and always leaves me feeling refreshed and revitalized.”

My favorite Kroma products:

• Kroma Beauty Matcha: “Food is one of my greatest pleasures so while I eat for vitality and longevity, I also eat for pleasure… After fasting for 12-14 hours, I usually exercise and then cannot wait for my Kroma Beauty Matcha (I use 3-4 scoops in a very large mug). This fills me up for a few hours until I have our Super Porridge for breakfast around 11:30 AM.”

• Kroma Calming + Restore Magnesium:“A game changer for sleep, digestion and cellular recovery, and critical to support hormones.”

Take a walk with the Nike Motiva

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No matter how you move, the Nike Motiva is built to last, providing optimal support for every move, every day. 

Adapting to your pace, the Nike Motiva offers a smooth, cushioned ride for walking, jogging, or running. Its uniquely patterned outsole and exaggerated rocker ensure every step is comfortable and confident.

Nike Well Collective Trainer Monice Small says, "They're easy to slip on and very comfortable," perfect for long walks with her “rambunctious” dog. For quick breaks during the day, Clarissa Karunaratne relies on Motivas to get out of the house and move. 

Step into a pair of Nike Motiva shoes and feel the difference. Shop now and elevate your every move. 

Just dropped: Magnesium-powered hydration

Michael Preysman, the founder and former CEO of elevated basics brand Everlane, just launched his next project, Magna. It’s a hydration mix that combines three forms of magnesium with the necessary electrolytes for greater energy, focus, and recovery.

The first four flavors are Lemon Lime, Tea Lemonade, Watermelon Lime, and Peach Mango. Order now.

More drops perfect for:

• Technical trails. HOKA introduced the Speedgoat 6, a popular trail shoe with more grip and responsiveness. Buy here.

• A metabolic boost. Today, plant-medicine brand Apothékary released Blue Burn, a tincture that helps reduce cravings and increase metabolism. Order here.

• Celebrity cycling. Peloton and the brand’s famous instructor Ally Love collaborated on a new athleisure line for both men and women. Check it out here.

• Iconic redesign. The Ultraboost, adidas’ hyper-popular running sneaker, got a new lift. It’s the lightest Ultraboost to date and has more energy return. It became available today.

• Tasteful bug spray. Buzzie created a plant-based, family-friendly insect repellent powered by five different essential oils that keep mosquitoes away while also leaving a pleasant scent. Pre-order here.

• Muscle relief. Natural BioFreeze? Muscle Goo, a clean-ingredient soreness topical, relaunched recently. Shop here.

• Working out. PacSun released A.R.C., a new collection of activewear for men. Find out more here.

• Pickleball. Italian sports brand Lotto launched their first-ever pickleball line at Dick’s Sporting Goods, with Pickleball star Pablo Tellez as an ambassador. Find the paddles here.

• LA wellness seekers. Fitness company Pvolve and organic retailer Erewhon launch exclusive member deals and pop-up classes. More details here.

• Sleep spray. Sleepwear label Lunya, in collaboration with fragrance brand Heretic, made Euphoric Dream Spray, a limited edition mist that ensures restful sleep. Get a bottle here.

• Luxury bathing. Homecourt, founded by Friends’ star Courteney Cox released the Cocomoi Body Collection, a new line of lush body-care products featuring unique scents. Shop here.

Today’s newsletter was brought to you by Joe Niehaus and Ash Read.

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