A Harvard doctor has come up with a list of the best exercises for health, both mental and physical, and some of them may surprise you.

Based on a report by Harvard Medical School professor of medicine I-Min Lee, running isn’t the only way to work out. Dr. Lee says five other types of exercise are also beneficial for your brain and body.

And it turns out running a marathon to get in shape isn’t as good for your body as it’s made out to be. Instead of long-distance running, which can be hard on your joints and digestive system, Lee recommends five other types of workouts. They generate benefits that range from weight loss and muscle building to protecting your heart and brain and strengthening your bones.

The findings are detailed in a Harvard Medical School health report that you can check out online called “Starting to Exercise” which recommends some of the best exercises for your body.

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