Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that causes the body's immune system to attack the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. As a result, type 1 diabetics need to take insulin by injection or via a small tube inserted under the skin and … [Read more...]
Exercise
Can Minimalist Shoes Be Good for Your Feet?
Running in a minimalist shoe may be good for increasing foot strength. Researchers compared the effects of wearing traditional running shoes to a minimalist shoe with five separate toes and minimal to no cushioning or support. After a six-month … [Read more...]
Don’t Forget to Stretch Before and After Exercise
Do you take the time to stretch? Do you know how to properly stretch before and after a workout? The American Council on Exercise offers these stretching recommendations: breathe in deeply, then slowly exhale as you stretch the desired muscle to … [Read more...]
Exercising at Work
Taking advantage of a workplace gym is a great way to get active. The American Council on Exercise suggests the following to get the most out of a workplace gym: schedule exercise on your daily calendar; pack daily workout clothes and get to work … [Read more...]
Regular Exercise Can Reduce Healthcare Costs
Researchers reviewed data on more than 26,000 Americans and found that the average adult with heart disease who exercised on a regular basis saved about $2,500 in healthcare costs in 2012. The researchers estimate that if just 20% of physically … [Read more...]
A Sit-Stand Desk at Work May Help Maintain Weight Levels
Investigators at the University of Pittsburgh examined the potential weight management benefits of sit-stand desks. The study included 18 participants and revealed that an individual can burn an extra 48.3-56.9 calories by alternating between sitting … [Read more...]
Activity Tracker Can Determine Exercise Needed to Prevent Early Death
A new activity tracker can now determine the amount of exercise needed to reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Personal Activity Intelligence (PAI) is the first activity tracking scoring system that uses heart rate to help … [Read more...]
Active Teens More Likely to Get Sleep
Using data from the Youth Risk Behavior Survey 2011-2013, researchers report that adolescents who are more physically active and who spend less time in sedentary activities are more likely to sleep more than eight hours per night. Preventing Chronic … [Read more...]
More Steps Equal Greater Well-Being Among Seniors
Being active can result in a greater sense of well-being for older adults. Japanese researchers analyzed data collected from 192 seniors and found that those who took the most steps per day were the participants most likely to be happy with their … [Read more...]
Benefits of HIIT
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) consists of short bursts of vigorous exercise with periods of rest. The American Council on Exercise says HIIT offers the following benefits: a major boost to anaerobic and aerobic fitness, increases … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Kids Be Lazy When School Is Out
Physical education experts recommend parents keep their kids active when they're not in school. Martin Wurmlinger, a physical education teacher at a Los Angeles middle school recommends structured activities, such as creating a circuit program that … [Read more...]
Exercise Therapy for Hip Arthritis
A recent study investigated the effectiveness and safety of Tübingen exercise therapy for improving hip muscle strength among 120 hip osteoarthritis sufferers. This type of exercise focuses on movements to strengthen muscles and improve body … [Read more...]
Improves the Working Memory of Stroke Patients
In this study, researchers found that post-stroke patients who engaged in moderate exercise for just 15 minutes experienced enhanced activity in their brain's prefrontal cortex, resulting in improved working memory performance. Advances in … [Read more...]
Improves Blood Flow to the Brain!
Using MRI, researchers observed that more aerobically fit children have greater blood flow to the hippocampus—a part of the brain that's important for learning and memory. This adds to an ever growing body of research linking improved physical … [Read more...]