To reduce one’s risk of getting hurt when starting an exercise program, experts recommend the following: get a routine physical, hire a personal trainer, start slowly and increase gradually, warm-up before exercise, wear appropriate clothing, and … [Read more...]
Exercise
Age Should Not Be a Barrier to Keeping Fit
According to researchers, the belief that it takes longer for muscles to recover from working out as you age is based on little, if any, evidence. In fact, researcher Dr. John Fernandes notes, “[More] than half of the available studies have noted … [Read more...]
Sedentary Behavior Linked to COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult, and it is a leading cause of death in the United States. An analysis of data from the Chronic Disease and Lifestyle Population Survey in Sichuan … [Read more...]
Try Burpees
A burpee is a calisthenics exercise that involves performing a push-up followed by a jump squat that serves as an excellent way to build strength and endurance in both the upper and lower body. When performing multiple reps and sets, it can also … [Read more...]
Take a Rest Day?
Active individuals who suffer from persistent muscle pain or soreness, an inability to finish a workout routine, or continued sluggishness following a workout are likely in need of a day off from the gym. Rest days can offer the following benefits: … [Read more...]
How to Make Exercise a Daily Habit
Harvard University offers the following tips to help make exercise a daily habit: piece your workout together, such as getting 10 minutes in the morning, noon, and night; exercise with a friend; take a walk during lunch; use a pedometer to keep track … [Read more...]
Grip Strength May Identify Individuals at Risk for Heart Disease
Handgrip strength is a tool used by researchers to estimate an individual’s overall fitness level. A study that reviewed health records of over 3,000 middle-aged and older adults identified an association between reduced grip strength and greater … [Read more...]
Exercise-Related Benefits for College Students
A survey of 866 university students revealed that regular exercise may provide the following benefits in young adults: earlier bedtime, faster bed-to-sleep time, and improved sleep quality; a positive outlook on life; and reduced anxiety, anger, and … [Read more...]
Breathing Exercises Benefit Sleep Apnea Patients
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with an elevated risk for heart failure, heart disease, and stroke. New research suggests that performing at-home breathing exercises for six weeks can lead to significant improvements in respiratory and … [Read more...]
Exercise Benefits Hypertensive Patients
Patients under treatment for high blood pressure who participated in a twelve-week combined aerobic and resistance training exercise program experienced improvements in systolic blood pressure and endothelial function, as well a reduction in … [Read more...]
Tai Chi May Improve Mood, Energy, and Sleep
Older women who participated in a four-week Tai Chi program reported improvements in vigor, mood, and sleep that persisted up to four weeks following the conclusion of the intervention. Research in Sports Medicine, January 2021 … [Read more...]
Seniors Should Get Fit Before Surgery
The result of a recent experiment suggests that lifting weights in the week preceding a surgical procedure can offset the amount of muscle loss that is often observed in older adults following a week of post-surgical bed rest. Journal of Cachexia, … [Read more...]
Outdoor Winter Workout Ideas
During the colder months, the American Heart Association recommends trying these outdoor activities to stay fit: brisk walking or hiking, jogging or running, raking leaves, shoveling snow, ice skating, sledding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. … [Read more...]
Lower Body Strength in Children Is on the Decline
A review of data from national fitness assessments conducted since 1960 revealed that performance on the standing broad jump test increased steadily from 1960 to 1980, slowed in the 1990s, and has declined over the last two decades. Sports Medicine, … [Read more...]