What is the ultimate health method?
Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain
One of the books I read recently that left an impression on me.
Translated books from foreign languages look thick and hard to read...
However, because they are packed with text, the author's main points are summarized at the beginning or end of each chapter, or in the afterword.
In a sense, thick translated books are actually easier to read. "Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain" is also that type.
Our genes are hardwired for a hunter-gatherer lifestyle, and our brains are designed to manage that. The best advice I can give you is to mimic the daily activities of our ancestors. In other words, walk or jog slowly every day, run two or three times a week, and occasionally sprint to chase down prey.
The quote above was the most impressive part of "Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain".
By the way.
It seems humans lived as hunter-gatherers for about 6 million years.
I think the last 2,000 years or so is the extent of human history that we can vaguely imagine, but...
Modern civilization is just the last second of those 6 million years
It's just a "second." A second.
In other words, the human body has been tuned to adapt to the days when we were hunter-gatherers, and that likely remains deeply rooted even today.
The part in the previously mentioned book 'Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain' that says 'Imitate the daily activities of your ancestors.'
This seems like it could be a major guiding principle for health methods and even life in general.
Learning from cats
It has been 10 years since I started living with a cat. This year marks the 11th year.
Recently, my cat stays by my pillow when I sleep.
When I stroke the cat with one hand, it feels fluffy and warm.
I fall asleep instantly.
When I watch my cat, I notice:
1. It stretches often
2. It basically rests
3. It eats well, sleeps well, and plays sometimes
and so on.
As expected of a carnivore. I am impressed that its lifestyle rhythm is perfectly aligned with a hunter-gatherer way of life.
Cats are not just for healing; there are surprisingly many things to learn from them.
My cat is my mentor.
Rest and occasional exercise
Based on the above, exercising in moderation is important.
It is the first priority.
If you wear quick-drying innerwear, you can get in some low-key exercise during your daily routine, such as walking, climbing stairs, 30-second runs, or working your abs and back by standing and sitting.
Anime and dieting go well together.
Watching anime while on a fitness bike.
It feels like I'm losing weight without even trying.
Strength training without overdoing it feels good.
By doing these things, I have been able to continue exercising naturally.
Also, moderate rest is important all over again.
We tend to aim for a mode of always working recklessly hard.
But, a person's mind and body aren't built to be in a constant state of working hard, right?
When you feel like your mind and body are a bit off, remember the passage from the beginning of 'Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain' or my cat.
I try to think about whether I am following nature or going against it.
Bonus.
Heavenly massage at home.
Oral care tailored to increased longevity.
Boost your immunity with ancient Japanese herbs.
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