Christie Aschwanden

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Author NYT bestseller GOOD TO GO https://t.co/7BTooRgznX @wwnorton co-host EMERGING FORM pod https://t.co/DeBZEJemBF alum @FiveThirtyEight, Find me: https://t.co/TSuZiHTZll

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Emerging Form - Andrea Barrett on Accepting the Process

1 month ago | kvnf.org | Christie Aschwanden

“Practice teaches us to have faith in the process,” says Andrea Barrett, National Book Award winning author. In this episode of Emerging Form, we speak with her about her newest book, Dust and Light: On the Art of Fact in Fiction. It’s one of the most metaphor-rich, process-curious shows we’ve had yet.
Massagem pode ajudar após o treino, mas não pelo motivo que você imagina

1 month ago | estadao.com.br | Christie Aschwanden

Massagem não é só para spas sofisticados que servem água de pepino. Para muitos atletas amadores e profissionais, ela é uma extensão do seu programa de treinamento. Corridas frequentemente apresentam estações de massagem, muitas academias de alto padrão oferecem massagens pós-treino e a maioria dos times esportivos de elite tem um massoterapeuta na equipe.
Massage can help after a workout, but not for the reason you think

2 months ago | sandiegouniontribune.com | Christie Aschwanden

By Christie AschwandenFor The New York TimesMassage isn’t just for upscale spas that serve cucumber water. For many amateur and professional athletes, it’s an extension of their training program. Running races frequently feature massage stations, many high-end gyms offer post-workout rub downs and most elite sports teams have a massage therapist on staff.
Massage can help after a workout, but not for the reason you think - NZ Herald

2 months ago | nzherald.co.nz | Christie Aschwanden

Despite popular belief, massage doesn’t flush out lactic acid or toxins. Photo / 123RFThere’s no question it feels good and relaxes you. But does massage really affect sore muscles? Massage isn’t just for upscale spas that serve cucumber water. For many amateur and professional athletes, it’s an extension of their training programme. Running races frequently feature massage stations, many high-end gyms offer post-workout rub downs and most elite sports teams have a massage therapist on staff.
¿Los masajes son buenos para los músculos adoloridos?

2 months ago | infobae.com | Christie Aschwanden

Athletics and SportsExerciseMusclesTherapy and RehabilitationFatigueAnxiety and StressNo hay duda de que sientan bien y relajan. Sin embargo, esto es lo que dice la evidencia sobre su impacto físico en el cuerpo. Los masajes no son solo para los balnearios de lujo que sirven agua de pepino. Para muchos deportistas aficionados y profesionales, es una continuación de su programa de entrenamiento.
Episode 135: Alex Hutchinson on the Benefits of Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone

2 months ago | emergingform.substack.com | Christie Aschwanden

Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -28:40Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade. “Doing this book took me out of my comfort zone, into new fields I wasn’t comfortable with,” says Alex Hutchinson, speaking of his newest book The Explorer's Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map. And so it is we speak with the expert on exploration about his own experiences of exploring in creative practice. Why are we drawn to what we don’t know?
¿Puedo fortalecerme si hago ejercicio solo con el peso de mi cuerpo?

Mar 26, 2025 | elespectador.com | Christie Aschwanden

ejercicioAudio generado con IA de GoogleMucha gente cree que para desarrollar fuerza se necesita un juego de pesas o una membresía en un gimnasio. Se piensa que las sentadillas en el aire están bien para los principiantes, pero que los verdaderos entrenamientos requieren equipamiento. Pero, ¿es eso cierto? ¿O los ejercicios con el peso del cuerpo, como los puentes de cadera, las flexiones y las estocadas, pueden proporcionarte los mismos beneficios que las pesas?
Body weight v weights: How to build strength without a gym

Mar 5, 2025 | nzherald.co.nz | Christie Aschwanden

Can you build muscle without a gym? Research shows that body weight exercises can be just as effective as lifting weights - if done right. Photo / 123RFYou can get the same workout and build strength without heavy equipment. But it takes work. Many people believe that to build strength you either need a set of weights or a gym membership. Air squats are fine for the beginner, the thinking goes, but real workouts require equipment. But is that true?
¿Puedo fortalecerme si hago ejercicio solo con el peso de mi cuerpo?

Feb 28, 2025 | infobae.com | Christie Aschwanden

Weight LiftingExerciseContent Type: ServiceMusclesSports InjuriesLos resultados pueden ser casi los mismos si levantas pesas en el gimnasio o si solo ocupas tu propio peso. Lo que necesitas es ejercitar tus músculos hasta dejarlos casi exhaustos. Mucha gente cree que para desarrollar fuerza se necesita un juego de pesas o una membresía en un gimnasio. Se piensa que las sentadillas en el aire están bien para los principiantes, pero que los verdaderos entrenamientos requieren equipamiento.
Are Body Weight Exercises Just as Effective as Lifting?

Feb 20, 2025 | nytimes.com | Christie Aschwanden

Many people believe that to build strength you either need a set of weights or a gym membership. Air squats are fine for the beginner, the thinking goes, but real workouts require equipment. But is that true? Or can body weight exercises like hip bridges, dips and lunges get you the same benefits as pumping iron? Research suggests that, for most people, the answer is yes. Your body doesn't care if you're doing a bench press or push-ups.