04.03.24 Americans Need To SAVE MORE / Physical Health - Fiscal Health

The Clark Howard Podcast

Clark Howard

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🗓️ 3 April 2024

⏱️ 34 minutes

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The percent of income we save, our savings rate - is the key indicator of financial health. So how are we doing right now? Also - How much exercise do you really need to make a difference in your health, and ultimately your wallet? Only 25% of Americans get the recommended amount of exercise. New data reveals what a big difference the minimum requirement can make for those who are mostly sedentary. American Savings Rates: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Arise From The Couch: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Americans are saving less and spending more. Could that raise the risk of recession? Bankruptcy filings are on the rise. Here's why an even bigger surge is looming. Why 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Worries Clark Howard My Credit Card Offers Some Rental Car Coverage. Why Do I Still Need To Involve My Primary Auto Insurance? Car Rental Insurance: Everything You Need To Know How Much Exercise Do You Need? More Than You Think—But Every Little Bit Helps. Donor-Advised Funds: The Benefits and Drawbacks Vanguard Charitable: Home What Is Black? Uber Black Car Service Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:15.6	in your life.
1:16.6	And first up today, the numbers are not good on how Americans are saving. We were saving much better before and
1:30.0	we're in a real down cycle right now and it leads to an unhappy cause and effect for so many Americans, so many families.
1:40.0	And later, so much research now about the role of exercise in improving your physical health and longevity.
1:51.0	I have some clear new data and weirdly also affects your wallet. That's right, your
1:57.6	physical health affects your physical health. But let's talk about our physical health for a second.
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