Is it possible for weekend warriors to get enough exercise?
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Despite this positive report, there are still concerns with being a "weekend warrior" compared with getting regular daily exercise. For instance, you have to squeeze in a lot of exercise in fewer days, and many people can't always commit to this. Also, a daily routine may help you adopt a healthy lifestyle and mindset, which will lead to other benefits, like proper nutrition. If you save your exercise for the weekend, it may be tough to build up this kind of momentum.
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