The more you know about exercise and the benefits it provides, the more likely you are to do it, and do it right. Here are some helpful facts you should know.


In this video from the Mental Floss YouTube channel, John Green shares some useful information about fitness and exercise. You’ll learn things like when you choose to work out doesn’t matter as long as you do it, college graduates are three times as likely to work out than high school drop outs, rest days are important to take, but too many in a row can undo your hard work fast, having an active partner will eventually make you more active too, you’re more likely to enjoy exercise if you do it with a friend or family member, and when you’re running on the treadmill at the gym, sports is the best type of programming to watch. It keeps you motivated. Check out the full video above for more.


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