Sign up for CNN’s Fitness, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide will help you ease into a healthy routine, backed by experts. CNN — Maybe you’re someone who runs 20 to 30 miles a week but regularly gets fast food for dinner. Perhaps you track what you eat Monday through Friday […]
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Study: How Cardio Fitness, Exercise Counteract Cognitive Decline – News Center
New research from The University of Texas at Dallas’ Center for Vital Longevity (CVL) supports the idea that the brains of older adults who maintain physical fitness by engaging in regular strenuous exercise more closely resemble those of younger adults. Dr. Chandramallika Basak, associate professor of psychology in the School […]
The 4 most important types of exercise
Strengthening, stretching, balance, and aerobic exercises will keep you active, mobile, and feeling great. Exercise is key to good health. But we tend to limit ourselves to one or two types of activity. People do what they enjoy, or what feels the most effective, so some aspects of exercise and […]
Carrie Jose health wellness using exercise as natural medicine
We are inherently designed for motion from the moment we are born. But if you look around – we simply don’t move enough. Compared to our ancestors, our modern lives have us sitting (on average) for more than half our day. Fit bits and smart watches help combat this by […]
Orienteering: Great exercise and better thinking skills?
Picture this: you’re with friends in an unfamiliar forest using only a map and a compass to guide you to an upcoming checkpoint. There are no cell phones or GPS gadgets to help, just good old brainpower fueled by a sense of adventure as you wind through leafy trees and […]
Health warnings on exercise equipment: Should you worry?
There are warnings just about everywhere you look: The coffee you’re about to drink is hot! Construction ahead! This product may contain peanuts! In many cases, the reasons for these warnings are clear. But sometimes warnings raise more questions than they answer. When I was at the gym recently, these […]
“He promotes alcohol, health, and exercise at the same time”: Fitness Icon Mark Wahlberg Draws Backlash For Promoting Tequila Brand Flecha Azul
It is no secret that Mark Wahlberg is among the most celebrated actors in the film industry. With many movies across different genres, million-dollar paychecks, and collaborations with numerous A-listers, Wahlberg is one of the biggest stars of Hollywood. Mark Wahlberg angers fans, again Often seen promoting a healthier lifestyle […]
NIH funding boosts diversity in Kennesaw State exercise science laboratory
KENNESAW, Ga. | May 22, 2023 Kennesaw State University associate professor of exercise science Katherine Ingram studies maternal health, including markers of body fat measures, daily activity and cardiorespiratory fitness in early pregnancy to predict risk of developing gestational diabetes. Ingram conducts research by studying a diverse group of people […]
Benefits of Regular Exercise for Overall Health and Well-being
Regular exercise is not just about achieving a toned physique or shedding unwanted pounds; it plays a vital role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Engaging in physical activity on a consistent basis offers numerous benefits that extend beyond the physical realm. In this article, we will explore the multifaceted […]
National Fitness Day: Why increasing your exercise is good for your health
National Fitness Day occurs each year during the first Saturday of May. It helps millions of people across the world to develop physical routine habits to improve their overall health. Exercise is an essential activity that benefits your cardiovascular health and mental health — and strengthens your body’s bones and […]
Exercise intensity matters more for your health than steps
(SACRAMENTO) On World Exercise Day, we learn from UC Davis molecular exercise physiologist Keith Baar how our body responds to physical activity and why intense exercise is better for your heart than walking more steps. Baar is a professor in the Departments of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior and of Physiology […]
Gardening is a great form of exercise, according to experts
Editor’s Note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. CNN — A lot of people find it difficult to embrace the idea of regular exercise, even though they know it’s good for their physical and mental health. Yet committing to a workout […]
How to reduce stress through exercise
Sign up for CNN’s Fitness, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide will help you ease into a healthy routine, backed by experts. CNN — These days, many people find it hard to unplug. Inflation, global warming and gun violence are on the rise. Bullies proliferate on social media. The […]
Concerns about exercise as a treatment for long COVID
Hello Nature readers, would you like to get this Briefing in your inbox free every day? Sign up here Women in Lamu Island, Kenya — home to a Swahili coast settlement that dates to the medieval period.Credit: Michael Heffernan/Getty Genomes point to the diverse origins of Swahili culture, with people […]
Short Exercise ‘Snacks’ Are Just as Healthy as a Full Workout. Here’s Why
“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 […]
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 […]