In a new study, researchers assessed about 700 children at ages six, eight, and ten and found that kids who participated in regular moderate-to-vigorous exercise were less likely to develop depression over those four years. Lead study author Dr. … [Read more...]
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Cycling While in Bed Good for ICU Patients
In this study that included 33 patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, researchers found patients who used special in-bed cycling equipment for 30 minutes a day had better physical function at discharge, which … [Read more...]
Set a Health Goal That Lasts
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to become healthier? The American Council on Exercise offers the following tips to help one continue to strive towards their goal as the year progresses: set a small, specific, actionable goal, such as going for a … [Read more...]
Routine Checkup Should Include Fitness Tests
A medical checkup usually includes height, weight, blood pressure, and a cholesterol screen, but one expert says healthcare providers should also collect data on cardiorespiratory fitness—a measure of how much work your body can do during exercise. … [Read more...]
Exercise Protects the Brain
After following 6,104 seniors for over a decade, researchers report that participants who performed the best on an initial treadmill test were 8% less likely to develop dementia than the other participants. Mayo Clinic Proceedings, January 2017 … [Read more...]
Tennis May Prolong Your Life
After reviewing data concerning over 80,000 adults, researchers report those who played racquet sports—such as badminton, squash, and tennis—had nearly a 50% lower risk of dying from any cause over a 15-year period. Furthermore, they observed those … [Read more...]
Aerobic Exercise May Protect Against Dementia
Aerobic exercise may help improve memory and thinking skills among older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). In this study, researchers found that seniors who performed aerobic workouts four times a week for six months had a greater increase … [Read more...]
Ugh! Exercise
Exercise can sometimes feel like a chore. To prevent this feeling, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases recommends the following: join a walking group or exercise class; ask a friend to exercise with you; build a small … [Read more...]
Strength Training Reduces Side Effects of Breast Cancer Surgery
This study, which included 27 breast cancer survivors who performed moderate-intensity strength workouts twice per week, revealed that weightlifting appeared to help prevent swelling in the arms and chest, which are common symptoms following the … [Read more...]
Can Running Lower Inflammation in the Knee?
The idea that long-distance running is bad for your knees may be wrong. New research has found that pro-inflammatory mediators actually decrease in the knee joint after running. In this study, researchers measured inflammation markers in the knee … [Read more...]
Can Exercise Shield Against a Week of Overindulgence?
A new study suggests that exercise protects fat tissue from changes in inflammation levels and fat metabolism caused by a week of overeating. In the study, researchers found an increase in markers of inflammation after one week of overeating among … [Read more...]
Exercising at a Safe Speed in Smog
Researchers have identified the ideal speeds for cyclists and pedestrians to move in order to limit their inhalation of air pollution. Study author Dr. Alex Bigazzi notes, "The faster you move, the harder you breathe and the more pollution you could … [Read more...]
Exercise May Help Maintain Hearing
In a new animal-based study, researchers found that aging sedentary mice lost structures important to the auditory system—hair cells and strial capillaries—at a much higher rate than their exercising counterparts. Study co-author Christiaan … [Read more...]
Exercising While Pregnant Beneficial for Offspring
Exercise during pregnancy appears to protect offspring from age-related health risks. Researchers examined markers of oxidative stress, inflammation, and insulin sensitivity in mice that were born to mothers that either exercised or didn’t exercise … [Read more...]