physical activity
09/15/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Relieve shoulder pain with these simple workout tweaks
It might seem strange, but the best remedy for shoulder pain, which can be aggravated by movement, are some modified shoulder exercises. According to Lee Rosenzweig, a physical therapist at the Joint Mobility Center at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, bad posture, repetitive movements, and some exercises are the main causes of general shoulder pain, muscle tears, […]
09/03/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Think outside the gym: The best way to get fit is with our daily commute
Most people believe fitness involves hitting the gym and working out for a couple of hours every few days. An article on Scientific American.com suggested that getting plenty of incidental movements during the daily commute is a much better way of getting fit and staying healthy. Whereas exercise uses specific groups of muscles, the daily […]
08/17/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Birds of the same feather? Study finds that you hang out with people who have the same pain tolerance as you
You have a lot of things that are similar to your friends – with hobbies and interests being some of them. However, according to a recent study in the Scandinavian Journal of Pain, you may also have the same pain tolerance levels, provided that you and your friends are males. The study, which included an editorial […]
08/16/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Physical activity in teenage girls can be improved with mental training, according to research
The level of physical activity of female teenagers can be enhanced with mental training, according to a study published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science. The study was carried out by a team of researchers from the University of Tehran and Tehran University of Medical Sciences who investigated whether mental training can improve the level […]
08/03/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Older adults who exercise for 6 months have healthier brains
Another study has proven how exercise can be beneficial to one’s health. The study, published in the journal Neurology Clinical Practice, has found that older adults who exercise for at least 52 hours over the course of about six months have healthier brains. “Given the limited effectiveness of available treatments for dementia, promotion of a […]
07/20/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
A high level of cardiovascular fitness reduces your risk of dementia by 90%
Being physically active does not only make you physically fit, but also makes you mentally healthy. In a Swedish study of women and fitness, it was revealed that people who have a high level of cardiovascular fitness are 90 percent less likely to develop dementia later in life. The study, published in the medical journal […]
07/11/2018
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By Russel Davis
Improving blood flow to fight disease: Whole-body vibration therapy found to increase blood and oxygen delivery
A meta-analysis published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) may significantly improve blood flow kinetics and boost oxygen delivery across the body, making it a viable treatment for a variety of degenerative diseases. The researchers pooled data from up to seven clinical trials and studies as part of the meta-analysis. […]
06/13/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Where does body fat go when you lose it? A surprising number of health care professionals don’t know
You wouldn’t happen to know where that fat you shed goes, would you? If you don’t, you’re not alone. According to an article in The Conversation, 98 percent of health professionals failed to explain the process of weight loss. Out of 150 doctors, dietitians, and personal trainers surveyed, only three gave the right answer. And no, […]
06/11/2018
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By Carol Anderson
Study: Teens should run a mile every day to prevent depression
Teens aged between 15 and 19 were found to be more vulnerable to succumb to depression due to academic stress and social pressure. To combat this mental issue, experts suggest that teens run a mile daily to prevent depression. Research says, the lack of physical activity could possibly be the reason why more kids are having […]
06/06/2018
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By Carol Anderson
Just walking 150 minutes per week significantly lowers your risk of depression
Depression is a crippling disease that affects more than 300 million people across the globe, according to the World Health Organization. Fortunately, researchers have found that even a little exercise can significantly reduce the risk of depression, according to a study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry. The study revealed that physical activity can prevent a person […]
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