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CTV News
39 minutes ago
- General
- CTV News
Moncton gym emphasizes mental health benefits of exercise
True Training, a Moncton gym owned by Craig Hatto, emphasizes the mental benefits of workouts like CrossFit and Hyrox. 'There's a lot of benefits to it. It definitely reduces anxiety and those types of things a lot of people experience these days, so it's very important to get in and be active every day,' said Hatto. Hatto's personal transformation and experiences led him to compete in a Hyrox competition in Houston. 'There is a group of four of us that went down, and we signed up, trained for about four or five months before that. I was about 40 pounds heavier and could run, you know, maybe 200 meters. This race involves running about nine kilometers overall,' he explained. Pushup A person exercises at True Training in Moncton. (Source: Josh Smith/CTV News Atlantic) Chris Hogan, a member of True Training, highlights the mental advantages of the gym. 'It allows me to shut off my brain for an hour a day. It's work, busy life's busy, kids keep you busy. It's nice when I walk in here…if your physical fitness is just important, your mental fitness, they go hand in hand, and take care of your body, take care of your mind, the rest takes care of itself,' he said. Jeff Leach also attests to the impact of the gym on his mood and productivity. 'I've gone times without coming to the gym, and I find that my mood isn't nearly as good. I'm kind of more down. I don't have the same amount of energy. I'm not as productive at work,' he said. Hatto is proud of the supportive community at True Training. 'Just how everybody supports each other, how we all want to do better and keep ourselves and other people accountable, you know, as we go through these journeys, there's always highs and lows, but you know, it's great for to be able to share with people and have them support you at the same time,' said Hogan. Gym True Training is a gym in Moncton. (Source: Josh Smith/CTV News Atlantic) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Thom Yorke reveals 'heavy toll my mental health' has suffered since walking off stage following pro-Palestine heckling and 'fills in the blanks' about his views on Israel-Gaza war
Radiohead's Thom Yorke has opened up about the 'heavy toll' his mental health has suffered since storming off stage after clashing with a pro-Palestine concertgoer. The rock-star's revelation came in a social media post on Friday, in which he also spoke out abut his thoughts on the ongoing conflict between Israel Palestine. 'Some guy shouting at me from the dark last year when I was picking up a guitar to sing the final song alone in front of 9000 people in Melbourne didn't really seem like the best moment to discuss the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza,' he wrote in a lengthy Instagram post. 'Afterwards I remained in shock that my supposed silence was somehow being taken as complicity, and I struggled to find an adequate way to respond to this and to carry on with the rest of the shows on tour.' 'That silence, my attempt to show respect for all those who are suffering and those who have died, and to not trivialise it in a few words, has allowed other opportunistic groups to use intimidation and defamation to fill in the blanks, and I regret giving them this chance. This has had a heavy toll on my mental health,' he said. Back in October, Yorke dared a heckler who disrupted his show to protest about the war in Gaza 'to come up on the stage and say that' before ultimately storming off. The British rocker had taken to stage in Melbourne for a solo performance, but got in a tense exchange with a fan during the encore. Yorke had started to play Radiohead's hit track Karma Police when an audience member started shouting to him on stage, while disgruntled members of the crowd were heard booing. The protester was heard shouting in support of Gaza amid the war with Israel, and reportedly criticised Yorke for his silence on the issue. Yorke responded by accusing him of being a 'coward' for heckling and urged him to come up on stage, before walking off himself. In an expletive-laden rant, he said: 'Come up and say that. Right here. Come up on the f**king stage and say what you want to say. But don't stand there like a coward, come here and say it. Come on. 'You want to p**s on everybody's night? Come on. OK, you do. See you later then,' he added, before removing his guitar and leaving the stage. The incident at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl venue sparked a huge outcry in the audience and Yorke eventually returned to the stage to continue playing his encore track to finish off his show. In today's Instagram post, the singer went on to state his opposition to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government, writing that they are 'totally out of control and need to be stopped, and that the international community should put all the pressure it can on them to cease.' 'Their excuse of self-defence has long since worn thin and has been replaced by a transparent desire to take control of Gaza and the West Bank permanently.' Additionally, he called Israel's aid blockade 'horrific,' but also condemned Palestinian terror group Hamas. 'Why did Hamas choose the truly horrific acts of October 7th? The answer seems obvious, and I believe Hamas chooses to hide behind suffering to its people.' His comments come days after hundreds of Palestinians stormed a United Nations food warehouse in Gaza in a desperate attempt to get food. Four people died in the chaos, according to hospital officials. The deaths came a day after a crowd was fired upon while overrunning a new aid-distribution site in Gaza set up by an Israeli and US-backed foundation, killing at least one Palestinian and wounding 48 others, Gaza's Health Ministry said. Israeli forces - which are now in control of large parts of Gaza - have kept up attacks on various targets around the enclave, killing 3,91 Palestinians since a two-month-old ceasefire collapsed in March, according to Gaza officials. In all, more than 54,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's air and ground war, Gaza health authorities say. It was launched following a cross-border Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023 that killed some 1,200 people and saw 251 taken hostage into Gaza, according to Israeli tallies.
Fox News
2 hours ago
- General
- Fox News
Study reveals 10 happiest states for seniors: Did yours make the list?
Where you live can have a big impact on your mental health. Particularly for seniors, it's important to settle down in a location that promotes happiness. Older adults face a higher risk of mental health problems due to circumstances like the loss of loved ones, loneliness, chronic illness or disability, medications, changes brought on by retirement and other stressors, according to the National Council on Aging. a senior care resource, recently released its Senior Happiness Index, revealing where in the country seniors are happiest based on WalletHub's state happiness roundup. Experts analyzed various factors like happiness levels per state, cost of living, average life expectancy, health rates in residents over 60 and the number of senior centers per state. Below are the results for the top 10 happiest states for seniors. Utah claimed the No. 1 spot for the most content seniors, with a happiness score of 7.69 out of 10. According to the study, Utah's high rank is due to its "supportive environment" for senior living, good senior health and the third-lowest percentage (21.48%) of seniors living alone, which reduces the risk of social isolation. The researchers mentioned that more than two-fifths of seniors in Utah volunteer, which is the highest rate in the U.S. Volunteering allows the state's aging population to "stay connected and involved with their community," commented, which "contributes significantly" to well-being and happiness. Idaho followed closely behind, with an overall happiness score of 7.38 out of 10. Less than a quarter of seniors in Idaho live alone, the second-lowest rate in the country, and the state ranks in the top five for senior centers. "Known for its stunning natural landscapes, Idaho offers seniors plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, promoting both physical and mental well-being," added. Connecticut and Delaware tied for No. 3, scoring a 7.01 out of 10 on the happiness scale. Connecticut has the third-highest average life expectancy and is among the top 10 states for overall health. Only 7.2% of Connecticut residents lack health insurance, which ensures access to necessary medical services for the aging population. Connecticut also offers a variety of discounted cultural and immersive experiences for seniors, such as museums, parks, libraries and arts events. According to Delaware is regarded as one of the "happiest and most supportive states for later life." The state ranks in the top 10 for overall senior health and happiness, and in the top five for the lowest percentage of people living alone. considered Delaware's cost of living index "relatively affordable," which can help residents maintain a "comfortable and independent lifestyle." Other states stood out in these categories, including North Dakota for the most senior centers per 100,000 population and West Virginia for the most affordable cost of living. Hawaii has the lowest percentage of seniors over 65 years old living alone, the highest average life expectancy and the highest senior state of happiness.
BBC News
2 hours ago
- Health
- BBC News
Wolverhampton man to run 10 marathons in 10 days for charity
A man whose mother saved him from taking his own life will be running 10 marathons in 10 days for a mental health Edwards, from Wolverhampton, suffered from auditory psychosis in 2019 and would often hear a voice in his head, which would try to persuade him to kill one point, he had planned to leave his house and take his own life, but his mother, Tracey, stopped him at the door after she saw the "signs of pain" in Edwards has since recovered after receiving treatment, as well as learning various coping mechanisms, and is now focused on raising money for charity. He told BBC Radio WM that he wanted to "spread the message" that there was help for people in similar situations as he was."As men, I feel we do a lot of outward expression - exercising in the gym, football, hiking – we can do that; that makes us feel good," he said."But I think the magic is doing the inward work as well; that's just as important." Mr Edwards, quality assurance analyst, said he suffered with auditory psychosis - hearing noises, voices, or sounds that are not present - for eight months and struggled to speak to people about it."The ego in me as a man could not express what was going on," he added. "I was almost ashamed of it."After he told his family, he was taken to hospital for treatment and also started practising meditation and breathing said he was "thankful" to his mother for saving his life and that it meant he was still around to tell his story. 'Pull together' Mr Edwards said he aimed to raise about £15,000 for men's mental health charity Mandem marathon challenge, which will involve running 262 miles spread over 10 marathons, will begin on Sunday at the Molineux Stadium, home to Premier League football club Wolverhampton there, his journey will take him to Tamworth, Derby, the Peak District, Manchester, Liverpool, Northwich in Cheshire, Stoke-on-Trent and the Wrekin in Telford before finishing at Bilbrook Junior Football Club in Wolverhampton."Hopefully by doing this challenge, we can all pull together and help one another," he said. If you've been affected by the issues in this story, help and support is available via the BBC Action Line. Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
The Verge
2 hours ago
- Business
- The Verge
NYT reports Elon Musk's drug use went ‘well beyond occasional' in 2024
Elon Musk may have understated the 'small amount' of ketamine that he said he was using in a Don Lemon interview last year, according to sources for The New York Times. The publication reports that around the time Musk endorsed Donald Trump's Presidential run last year, the Tesla CEO told people that he was taking so much ketamine that it was affecting his bladder, a side effect associated with chronic use. 'It is unclear' whether this extended to his four-month stint running DOGE, according to the Times. The Times reports that, based on interviews with more than a dozen people who've known or worked with Musk and private messages seen by the publication, '...some people who knew him worried about his frequent drug use, mood swings and fixation on having more children.' The Times cites sources familiar with Musk's consumption who said he was sometimes using ketamine daily and mixing it with a cocktail of other unspecified drugs. Daily consumption would greatly surpass the prescribed treatments that Musk told Lemon he was taking once every two weeks to treat depression. While government contractors like SpaceX are obligated to administer random drug tests to employees, including Elon, people close to this process told The Times that Musk received advanced warning about when they would occur. A January 2024 report in the Wall Street Journal cited sources saying Musk 'used LSD, cocaine, ecstasy and psychedelic mushrooms, often at private parties around the world, where attendees sign nondisclosure agreements or give up their phones to enter.' Sources cited by The Journal also said that 'some Tesla board members over the years have talked among themselves about their concerns over Musk's alleged drug use,' and that drugs have 'been a thorny topic for directors at Musk's companies because some of them are his close friends, and attend parties and travel with him.'
