Danielle Friedman

DANIELLE FRIEDMAN IS A JOURNALIST IN NEW YORK CITY AND THE AUTHOR OF “LET’S GET PHYSICAL: HOW WOMEN DISCOVERED EXERCISE AND RESHAPED THE WORLD”.

Exercising with friends or in groups sets one up to get twice the oxytocin boost – first from the physical activity,  then from the social interaction.
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Optimising your workout to boost your mood

A strength training regimen that includes squats, lunges, glute bridges or, yes, kettlebells, can improve bone density and lower the risk of injury.
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Eight fitness myths that drive experts crazy

For many, strength training helps them feel strong — not only physically, but also psychologically.
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The healing power of strength training