{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"243 What\u2019s the minimum exercise amount for optimum health?","description":"Do you need hours at the gym for it to count? Nope! In today\u2019s episode, I\u2019m breaking down exactly how much movement it really takes to support your health\u2026 according to science, not social media. Whether you're struggling to stay consistent or just want to know what the bare minimum is (and why it\u2019s enough), I\u2019ve got you covered with today\u2019s episode. You\u2019ll learn:  How much you have to workout for it to \u201ccount\u201d If weekend-only workouts can still improve your health What the CDC and NHS say about minimum activity (and how to make it work for you) Simple mindset shifts that make it easier to stay on track (even when life gets busy)  All the links:  Liao, Dan\u2010Qing, et al. &quot;Association of Accelerometer\u2010Derived Physical Activity Pattern With the Risks of All\u2010Cause, Cardiovascular Disease, and Cancer Death.&quot; Journal of the American Heart Association 14.8 (2025): e039225. Sinatra, Stephen T., et al. &quot;Grounding\u2013The universal anti-inflammatory remedy.&quot; biomedical journal 46.1 (2023): 11-16.  CDC Physical Activity Basics  NHS - Physical activity guidelines for adults aged 19 to 64 Want to make movement a habit (without guessing what to do)? Get your first 2 months inside the Movement Mavens\u00ae&amp;nbsp;Video Vault for only $9 with code PODNERD www.aewellness.com\/podcast - Show notes, links and more. Instagram @hollaformala TikTok @ aewellness Bodywork Starter Guide - learn the 6 places you need to roll right now for quick relief, plus the reason why what you\u2019ve tried so far has only given you a temporary fix. Download the guide for free now at www.aewellness.com\/bodywork 818-396-6501 is the Body Nerd Hotline - how do you build consistency and\/or where are you getting stuck? Drop me a line and let me know your body nerd hacks - you might just hear your voice on a future episode!  &amp;nbsp; Today's episode of&amp;nbsp;The Body Nerd Show is brought to you by Movement Mavens\u2122 Therapy Balls\u2014the official mobility tool of the show and the best way to keep your body moving pain-free. Tight hips? Stiff back? Movement Mavens Therapy Balls are designed to mimic the feel of a massage therapist\u2019s hands, helping you release tension, improve flexibility, and move better\u2014every single day. Because let\u2019s be real\u2014foam rollers are meh, and tennis balls? Not even close. Get the best. Your body deserves it. And right now, you can save 25% on all therapy balls, kits, and workshops with code BODYNERD25. Shop now at www.aewellness.com\/shop-now\/   ","author_name":"The Body Nerd Show","author_url":"http:\/\/www.aewellness.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37125975\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/189970135"}