Exercise For Longevity

💪 Maximize Your Workout!

Did you know that performing your strength exercises before hitting the cardio can significantly boost your workout efficiency?

By using most of your energy on the most strenuous part of your program first, you ensure that your muscles get the full benefit of the exercise. This approach not only helps you build strength faster but also enhances your overall stamina.

Give it a try and see the difference in your results!

🥕 Start with Just One Bite! 🥕

Did you know that a simple step like taking a bite of a carrot (or any convenient vegetable) at the start of each meal can set you on the path to better heart health? It might sound small, but small changes lead to big results over time.

Research shows that ⅓ of teenagers are already on the road to heart disease, but it doesn’t have to be that way. By introducing just one bite of a vegetable with every meal—even breakfast—you’re taking a powerful step toward reversing that trend. It’s easy, affordable, and a great way to start building healthier habits, one meal at a time.

Both kids and adults can benefit from this “starter-nutrition” tip. And if you’re already eating veggies regularly, consider adding an extra bite to your plate! The goal is to gradually increase your intake of whole foods and decrease processed options, leading to a healthier, stronger you over the years.

Take that first bite today—it could make all the difference.

We're excited to announce a new activity from the DBT Holistic Skills Workbook for Teens! 🌟

Have you put up the Emotional Ladder image from our previous post? If not, do it now and then complement it with Using the Emotional Guidance Ladder (Handout page 56). 📄

This worksheet helps teens:

🔹 Identify a current challenging situation.
🔹 Recognize their dominant emotion.
🔹 Determine the next most achievable emotion.

Encourage students to journal a sentence that helps them accept their emotion or move up the ladder! 📝

Download this and more at: www.ExerciseAndMeditation.com/dbt-bonus [or via the link in our bio!].

To the health and happiness of every teen & young adult,
James & the Exercise and Meditation Team 💚

Sometimes, just knowing the single next step can make all the difference. Our latest handout from the DBT Holistic Skills Workbook for Teens asks, “Where am I now & what is my next step?” 🧭✨

The Emotional Ladder (Handout page 53) is a reminder that it's okay if we can't leap from sadness to happiness instantly. This visual aid encourages us to check in with our emotions instead of ignoring them. By doing so, we can better understand where we are and figure out our next step forward. 🪜💬

🖇️ Download this and other helpful handouts at www.ExerciseAndMeditation.com/dbt-bonus

Let us know if there are any activities your teens love that could use some printable handouts. We're here to support the health and happiness of every teen and young adult!

To health and happiness,
James & the team at Exercise And Meditation 🌟