Just move: scientist author debunks myths about exercise and sleep | Fresh Air

Paleoanthropologist Daniel Lieberman says the concept of "exercise" is a relatively new thing. His new book, 'Exercised,' examines why we run, lift and walk for a workout, when our ancestors didn't. We'll also talk about how sitting and slouching affect our health.
This episode originally aired January 21, 2021.
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