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09/03/2018 / 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 […]

08/30/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Moderate to vigorous physical activity lowers the risk of premature death by 70% in women

Smoking is dangerous and causes a lot of deaths, but did you know that a lack of exercise or physical activity is just as dangerous for older women? Recent studies in Boston recommend at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity physical activity or 75 minutes a week of high-intensity aerobic activity, as well […]

07/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Like when babies crawl, arm exercises help stroke victims regain use of their legs

People who have suffered a stroke need to relearn the skills that they may have lost, such as walking, to improve the quality of their lives. Arm training exercises may enhance leg function in stroke patients. This was according to a study published in the Journal of Neurophysiology that looked at the effect of arm […]

06/11/2018 / 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 / 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 […]

05/18/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

No walking dead here! Walking benefits the brain and prevents cognitive decline

We know that walking makes us feel good, especially after a stressful day. That’s why some people choose to “walk away” from problems, or from negative people. Scientists have discovered another thing going for this simple exercise: It helps boost mental health. Researchers observed 12 healthy young adults and used ultrasound to measure internal carotid artery […]

01/20/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Fresh air, sunshine, and exercise really are good for your heart: Medical science proves the heart disease prevention benefits of being outside

Being outdoors not only benefits the body, but also the mind. In addition, it helps support heart health. Heart disease patients may tend to be very cautious as they are physically limited. However, this leads to them being isolated and sedentary. Getting out of the house and enjoying nature can help them improve their cardiovascular […]

11/27/2017 / By Michelle Simmons

How many calories do you burn walking? It depends – on what you’re carrying and whether you’re going uphill or down

Researchers have developed a new way to determine how many calories a person burns when walking uphill or downhill, as reported by the Science Daily. Researchers from the Southern Methodist University (SMU) have developed a more accurate method called the “Minimum Mechanics Model” to estimate how much energy a soldier uses when walking. “Our new […]

10/20/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Top five low-impact exercises for overall health

To anyone who doesn’t frequently engage in exercise, just mentioning the word brings up images of exhaustion, pain, and lots of sweat. These are more than enough to turn plenty of us off from physical activity. Yet according to one Harvard doctor, the best exercises may actually be the easiest ones. Forget long-distance running: Dr. […]

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