“Movement snack” is a catch-all term for any physical activity you do in really short bursts, say one to 10 minutes, as opposed to more traditional fitness routines that have you exercising for longer stretches. And while the exact benefit you’ll get out of your movement snack depends on the […]
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Exercise is even more effective than counselling or medication for depression. But how much do you need? | Fitness
The world is currently grappling with a mental health crisis, with millions of people reporting depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions. According to recent estimates, nearly half of all Australians will experience a mental health disorder at some point in their lifetime. Mental health disorders come at great cost […]
Exercise 1.5 times more effective than drugs for depression, anxiety
Share on PinterestExercising may provide more benefit as a first-line treatment for mental health conditions. Kay Nietfeld/picture alliance via Getty Images A large new analysis of meta-studies finds that exercise is more beneficial for conditions such as anxiety and depression than standard psychotherapy or medications. The new study found that […]
5 Exercise Snacks That Can Help Make Your Heart Stronger
If you don’t have time for an hour-long workout, a more practical approach is to do exercise snacks. Exercise snacks are short bursts of vigorous exercise done intermittently throughout the day. Doing brief movements throughout the day can have the same benefits as a longer workout. Because of the nature of […]
Don’t Spend Money to Be Fit. Here’s How to Exercise on a Budget
There’s a lot of pressure to buy things. With fitness influencers, targeted social media ads and marketing from all the biggest brands, sometimes it can feel like you must purchase the latest and greatest products to succeed. That can be pretty discouraging, especially if you can’t work it into your […]
No Time to Exercise? Try a ‘Movement Snack’ Instead
“Movement snack” is a catch-all term for any physical activity you do in really short bursts, say 1 to 10 minutes, as opposed to more traditional fitness routines that have you exercising for longer stretches. And while the exact benefit you’ll get out of your movement snack depends on the […]
Over 40? Just 20 Minutes of Daily Exercise Can Keep You Out of the Hospital
By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter (HealthDay) MONDAY, Feb. 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — If you’re over 40, regular exercise may not only keep you fit — it might keep you out of the hospital, too, a large new study suggests. Researchers found that among nearly 82,000 British adults, those who […]
Golf Is Healthy Exercise for Seniors, Study Confirms
By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter (HealthDay) TUESDAY, Feb. 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Want to stay healthy well into your golden years? Grab a bag of clubs and hit the green, new research suggests. Golfing beat walking or even Nordic walking (a full-body workout that consists of walking using specialized […]
How Exercise Impacts Mental Health | MHK Fitness
How Exercise Impacts Mental HealthPhoto bycanva Exercise has long been recognized as an important factor in physical health, but its effects on mental health are equally significant. Regular exercise has been shown to have a positive impact on a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and stress. It […]
Short bursts of exercise may offer big health benefits
In the journals Got two minutes to exercise? Then you have enough time to lower your risk of heart disease, cancer, and even early death, according to a study published online Oct. 27, 2022, by the European Heart Journal. Researchers looked at almost 72,000 adults, average age 62, who were […]
Can exercise reverse muscle aging? Yes, and this is how
Share on PinterestA new study investigates how exercise can help rejuvenate aging muscles. Image credit: A Bello/Getty Images. Doctors call physical exercise a “polypill,” because it can prevent and treat many of the chronic diseases that are associated with aging. A new study of muscle fibers from mice and humans […]
Should you exercise when sleep deprived? Experts weigh in
Editor’s Note: Seek advice from a health care provider if you have chronic sleep loss and also prior to starting a workout program. CNN — It’s the end of another long day at the office after a poor night’s sleep. As usual, you’re exhausted, yet you want to stop at […]
A Clinical Psychologist Shares How to Exercise With Depression
Do you wonder what the best way is to count sets and reps? Why you shouldn’t skip leg day? We have answers. This is #Gains, Explained, a space for you to ask any and every question about fitness. The Men’s Health team (and other experts) are here for you. To […]
Cardiovascular Exercise May Reduce the Need for Sleep Aids
Share on PinterestNew research shows that people who maintain good cardiorespiratory fitness are less likely to use prescription sleep aids. Justin Paget/Getty Images A recent study suggests that people who are physically fit are less likely to need prescription sleep aids. The findings show that moderate- to vigorous-intensity exercise for […]
Want to maintain a healthy heart? Then exercise.
Maintaining a healthy heart as you age requires exercise. But there are many ways you can incorporate more physical activity into your daily life. Photo: Getty Images. If you want to maintain a healthy heart, follow the old adage: use it or lose it. In other words, get off the […]
Five questions: FSU exercise physiologist works to help individuals achieve optimal performance
Michael Ormsbee, a professor in the College of Health and Human Sciences Professor of Nutrition and Integrative Physiology Michael Ormsbee first became interested in how the body performs as a high school athlete, an interest that blossomed into a full-time career. As a professor and director of Florida State University’s […]
8 Weeks of Exercise Improves Insulin Resistance
Share on PinterestResearch shows that exercise restores healthy insulin activity in the brain, which has implications for treating obesity and type 2 diabetes. The Good Brigade/Getty Images New research shows that 8 weeks of exercise can restore healthy insulin activity in the brain. Restored insulin sensitivity was also connected to […]
When’s the Best Time of Day to Exercise? We Settle the Debate With Science
Finding time to squeeze in a workout can be tricky enough — but to make matters worse, there’s some debate in the exercise world about the best time of day to do it. For the longest time I’ve heard that exercising first thing in the morning is ideal, but others […]
Need Motivation to Exercise? Find an Active Friend
Share on PinterestExperts say people need socialization and that’s why exercising with friends can help motivate you. Maki Nakamura/Getty Images Researchers say exercising with other active people can help motivate you. They say fitness activities with friends makes exercising more enjoyable and also adds an accountability factor. Experts recommend exercising […]
Exercise During Chemo Helps Your Heart, Lungs Recover
By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter (HealthDay) TUESDAY, Oct. 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) — When you are getting chemotherapy, exercise may be the last thing on your mind. Now, new research suggests it should be the first. Exercising during chemotherapy is safe, improves long-term cardiac and respiratory function and may help […]