Funny everyday jokes: 🍏How many days of business travel can you handle before it affects your health?

NEWSLETTER - ISSUE #08

Aug 20, 2023

issue # 08

—

Weekly Wellness Wisdom

Welcome to the Naked Newsletter, where we round up all the most thought-provoking health and wellness stories from every corner of the internet.

In this edition:

The secret to longevity from the world's oldest bodybuilder
Uncover ways to combat insomnia and maintain fitness goals while traveling for work
Decide which deadlift style reigns supreme
Join legendary bodybuilders Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ronnie Coleman for a workout at the renowned Gold's Gym Venice.

TOP 3 MUST READS OF THE WEEK

Mark Zuckerberg Is Bulking up and Taking Names

The Meta CEO and entrepreneur Mark Zuckerberg, recently went viral confirming that he eats 4,000 calories daily to fuel his intense training and daily business duties.

The tech mogul also responded to a recent McDonald's post on Threads with 2,619 calorie order fit for the ultimate dirty bulking diet.

Stay Hydrated, Survive the Summer

Studies have shown that feeling thirsty can lead to a 25% loss in mental and physical performance. Keep your water bottle within arm's reach this summer.

Stay Healthy While Traveling for Work

Staying health conscious can be a challenge if you travel for work. A study by Harvard Business Review reported that people who spent at least 14 nights away from home per month had higher body mass index (BMI) scores and were significantly more likely to report clinical symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Try making two separate fitness plans for home and work to keep yourself consistent and on track.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Brain Food

8 Mindful Tips For Overcoming Anxiety at the Gym

Gym anxiety is real⸺there's a research study for that! From stepping into the gym for the first time to missing a max lift, no one is immune.

Take the stress off of your mental and transfer it to your physical with 8 mindful tips for overcoming gym anxiety.

Quiz: How Well Do You Sleep?

Do you hit the snooze button continuously before getting up and pounding coffee and energy drinks to stay awake during the day? Working out and eating late, and lurking on TikTok before bed could be the reason for your insomnia.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 50 to 70 million adults in the U.S. suffer from sleep deprivation.

Take this quiz to find out if you're getting enough sleep and tips on improving the quality of your ZZZs.

TRENDING ON SOCIAL

Whey Protein vs Pea Protein, Which One is Better?

Are you team whey or team pea protein? Whether you prefer the smooth taste of lactose from grass-fed cows or high fiber and easy digestion, there's a protein for you.

In this video, our nutrition coach breaks down the benefits of each to help you identify which best aligns with your dietary and fitness goals.

Arnold and Ronnie Are Here to Pump You Up!

Want to be like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Ronnie Coleman when you grow up? The bodybuilding legends went viral while getting a tricep pump at Gold's Gym in Venice Beach.

Messi is Web-shooting into Another Victory

Lionel Messi is a man of many talents, including web-shooting. The Inter Miami soccer phenom continues his Marvel-inspired goal celebrations after swinging into action like Spider-Man and scoring against Charlotte FC.

GYM TRENDS

GYM

Should You Sumo Deadlift or Conventional Deadlift?

The argument over conventional dead vs. sumo deadlifts has had weightlifters divided into separate caps for years. Which lift requires better mechanics and uses the largest group of muscles?

Read on.

GYM

Take Your Fitness to the Next Level With Virtual Reality

Whoever said that working out isn't fun never used a virtual reality headset.

VR workouts are a new way to feel the burn and get a wicked pump without leaving your living room.

GYM

What Exercises Burn Most Calories

If you're like most gym goers, you cycle your cardio from week to week, looking for the perfect exercise to maximize fat burning.

From running and swimming to Zumba and the dreaded stair climber (Please No!), we've left no weight plate unturned in analyzing the most effective method of cardio to burn calories in the shortest amount of time.

GYM TIPS

Eat Protein Pancakes for Gains

You may be on the go in the morning, but breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Get your gains started with this delicious Banana protein pancake recipe.

The Learn the Secret to Longevity from the World's Oldest Bodybuilder

Jim Arrington is 90 years old and still getting it in. The Guinness Book of World Records acknowledged and awarded him as the oldest bodybuilder in the world. In a recent interview, Arrington shared his secret to longevity saying, "That's the whole thing about bodybuilding, it's adaptation."

IN THE NEWS

Meet Mattel's Masterminds that Mold Action Figures into Muscle

If you're like most adults, you were first introduced to muscles and strong physiques while playing with action figures. Superheroes, WWF stars, and even Donatello had 6-pack abs … and for good reason.

Meet the creative designers at Mattel, responsible for sculpting and buffing out the bodies of some of the brand's most iconic figures.

Can a 4-Day Work Week Boost Productivity?

The idea of a 4-day workweek sounds like the perfect addition to work-life balance. In 2022, 61 U.K. companies participated in a pilot program with 4 Day Week Global and reported improvements in employee morale and up to a 70% decline in burnout.

The U.S., New Zealand, Germany, and Japan have held similar trials and seen similar positive results. Could this convince employers to buy into the idea of a shorter work week?

Taylor Swift and Beyonce Concerts are Saving the Economy

One of the best parts about summer is the concerts. Now that people are finally back outside, some communities are experiencing economic boosts thanks to highly anticipated summer tours from Taylor Swift and Beyonce.

The influx has economists studying the financial impacts of the events to figure out how it's benefiting communities.