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    Dopamine Detox – Who Needs It?

    Are you sick of that pesky dopamine allowing you to feel pleasure, satisfaction, and motivation? Try a dopamine detox! Jokes aside, dopamine detox as a technique based on cognitive behavioural therapy can actually encourage a healthy lifestyle and reduce impulsive behaviour. How do you know…

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    7 Signs You Need a Break from MTB Riding

    We are all addicted. There’s no shame in admitting it. The thrill of speeding down a narrow track, the excitement of clearing a feature for the first time, the adrenalin when you are mid-air after a jump. It all gives us such a rush that…

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    Is Eating Ultra-Processed Foods Ruining Your Mood?

    Who doesn’t like cookies, chips or breakfast cereal? Unfortunately, evidence that they are not very good for us is mounting. A new study connects eating these types of ultra-processed foods with more adverse mental health symptoms. Let’s take a closer look to see how much…

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    Dealing with the Challenges of Adjusting to Off-season Mode

    It’s that time of year again. As professional athletes, I think it’s crucial that we speak more about the challenges of adjusting to off-season mode. Downshifting after a packed racing season can be very challenging. Going from a full-day schedule where you work out your…

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    Home Cooking Is Good for Your Mental Health

    Homecooked meals are typically more nutritious, cheaper, and have fewer calories. Unfortunately, a lot of people feel like they don’t have the time or the confidence to cook at home. A new study suggests that they might be missing out on mental health benefits too!

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    Cycling Can Keep Your Mind Sharp As You Age

    New research shows that regular physical activity like cycling can help you stay cognitively sharp and improve your memory. How intense and how frequent does the activity need to be? Let’s take a closer look.