Hopefully your children don't get their hands on this article. A study by Keele University researchers found that volunteers in an experiment could withstand pain for a longer amount of time when they were swearing.

The experiment involved submerging the volunteers' hands in ice cold water. Those who were allowed to swear were able to keep their hands in the water for up to 45 seconds longer (on average).

But as with all things, moderation is key. The researchers noted that this phenomenon only exists if swearing in everyday life (when you're not in pain) is kept to a minimum. As Dr. Stephens of the study said, "Swearing is emotional language but if you overuse it, it loses its emotional attachment."

This may also indicate why it's always better to release your emotions rather than keep them bottled up. No one wants to end up as the guy at the top of the clock tower with an automatic weapon.

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Whether you're a yoga fanatic or not, you've probably heard the words, sun salutation.

It's more than just saying hello to the sun. It's a fun and energy-filled way to warm up your spine, reduce fat, and refresh the skin. And that's just a fraction of the benefits.

Here's a quick and easy video that shows you how to do the perfect sun salutation.

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There are no quick fixes in life...

Or so we've been told. Life is a struggle and weight-loss is painful, right?

Well, waiting in line to get a new passport will probably always be painful but your workout doesn't have to be. In fact it can be fast, enjoyable, and extremely beneficial.

Welcome to the Tabata Protocol.

The Tabata Protocol, which was developed and named after Izumi Tabata Ph.D. is an intense 14-minute workout that "consists of six to seven 20-second full-speed sprints interspersed with rest periods of 10 seconds." Read More…

How much do you really know about your mind's ability to influence your body? How far have you pushed your mind?

And I mean really pushed your it.

Yes, most of you out there know just how powerful your mind is but have you used it as a tool for healing? A savior for your health? I know these are pretty big words but when you consider the countless stories of people curing the incurable, terminal illnesses disappearing, and rapid recovery from all sorts of ailments using just the mind, it's hard not to call your mind your #1 healer.

While most of you just love going to the doctor's and paying those hefty fees for consultations and pharmaceutical drugs, consider this: A pain-free life, where you are so in tune with your body you know you're going to be sick before it happens. You know exactly how to stop it, heal it, and prevent it.

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If you're in a bad mood or you're just looking for some inspiration to start your day then you've got to see this video.

This is an amazing response to all those videos that show people messing up, falling down, or getting hit in the groin. For once, here's a compilation of all the amazing things humans can achieve.