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07/27/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Exercise 13 minutes every day to increase your life expectancy by 3 years, advise experts
It’s no secret that regular exercise is good for human health. It strengthens muscles, boosts immune function and reduces the risk of chronic disease, among other health benefits. On top of these benefits, researchers from a health insurance firm in the UK found that regular exercise can also lead to a longer life. The team found that […]
10/28/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Get up and MOVE: Sitting too long is linked to a higher risk of premature death, warn researchers
People know how having a sedentary lifestyle can negatively affect their overall well-being, but not everyone is trying to be more active to boost their physical fitness. But it’s time to start working out more. According to a 2017 study, sitting for more than one hour without moving can also increase your risk for premature death. Thankfully, there […]
06/29/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Physical fitness equals brain fitness for older men, according to study
Brain function tends to decline with age. The good news is that exercise is found to boost brain health, especially for aging men. A study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology revealed that older men who exercise regularly saw better improvements in their cognitive function or executive function than older women. Executive function refers […]
09/26/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The power of the mind: If you think you can succeed, your body will change accordingly
Social psychology states that there is a link between high self-efficacy and positive outcomes — and that the belief that you can achieve a difficult task defines your level of self-efficacy. According to research on the connection between self-efficacy and quality of life perceptions of health, this belief in your ability to succeed may even affect […]
08/11/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Another disease linked to inactivity: Study finds increased risk of lung, head and neck cancers among the sedentary
If you spend too much time sitting at your desk or on the couch, it’s time to spend more time exercising. According to recent studies, “a lack of exercise can cause a wide variety of diseases.” However, physical inactivity is not currently recognized as a risk factor for cancer. Dr. Kirsten Moysich, Distinguished Professor of […]
08/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Prevent memory decline by being more physically active and caring for your heart
According to a recent study, both overall physical fitness and the stiffness of the central arteries can help shed light on the how fast certain aspects of memory decline. Researchers from the Centre for Human Psychopharmacology at Swinburne University who authored the study looked at the mechanisms that affect the cognitive performance of older people who live independently. How the […]
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 […]
04/09/2018
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By Janine Acero
Another reason to work out: Women who are physically fit in middle age reduce risk of dementia by 90%
Physical exercise takes hard work, but the results are worth it. Not only will it give you a fit physique, but it also helps prevent many health issues, including dementia. Now a recent study published in the medical journal Neurology focused on how physical fitness may protect middle-aged women against cognitive decline. The study, spearheaded by Helena Hörder, […]
02/08/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Get a workout buddy: Another study confirms that making exercise a social outing keeps you on track, improves quality of life
You may want to consider joining a workout group — or, even better, getting your friends in on the act. This is because a team of researchers from Anglia Ruskin University found that walking in groups could help in keeping people on track with the program and improving their quality of life. For the study, researchers examined […]
01/04/2018
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By JD Heyes
What are the TOP fitness trends for 2018? Think back to the basics
If 2017 was the “year of the fitness gadget,” then 2018 is shaping up to be the “year of the basics,” according to health experts who are monitoring trends. Americans seem to have gotten their fill of fitness gadgets, activity trackers and apps and are instead returning to real-world workouts that have proven to be […]
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