We all know that we’d be healthier, happier and sharper if we exercised regularly. But despite our best intentions, it rarely happens.
Exercise
Gains in Muscle Mass, Not Just Weight Loss, May Help Lower Diabetes Risk
Lose weight. That’s often the first advice from doctors to their pre-diabetic patients. But while losing excess fat can help reverse Type 2 diabetes risk factors like insulin resistance and high blood-sugar levels, a new study …
More Evidence That Exercise Is Key to Brain Health
Regular physical activity — even walking — may be key to maintaining a sharp mind as we get older, two new studies suggest.
Why Working Men, But Not Women, Get More Exercise
Who says your job leaves you no time to hit the gym? A detailed new study of U.S. physical activity patterns shows that men who work full-time — whether their jobs are active or sedentary— end up getting more exercise than …
City Kids Walk and Bike to School More Often
Kids who live in the city are more likely to walk or bike to school, compared with children in rural areas, a new study finds. That active commute helps youngsters boost their daily physical activity and may help improve their health.
Too Much TV Linked With Disease and Early Death
If you’re like most Americans, you probably spend at least some portion of your day in front of the TV. After work and sleep, watching TV is our most common everyday activity — the average American watches five hours daily. …
The Lab Rat: Can the Right Shirt Improve Your Posture?
Clothes can be fashionable or embarrassing, ill-fitting or flattering. But can they be medicinal? A California-based company called Alignmed has developed a line of garments being used by professional athletes, MS patients, …
Among Tai Chi’s Many Benefits: Raising Quality of Life in Heart Failure Patients
Previous studies have linked the practice of tai chi with a host of health benefits. It may help reduce blood pressure, lessen pain from arthritis and fibromyalgia, improve sleep, and ease depression in the elderly. Now add to …
Can Yoga Treat a Common Heart Rhythm Disorder?
In the first study of its kind, cardiology researchers from the University of Kansas Hospital found that a regular yoga practice can reduce episodes of irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation.
Dog Walkers Get More Exercise
If you’ve been thinking about getting a pet dog, here’s another reason to do it. A study in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health shows that dog owners are 34% more likely than non-owners to get the exercise they need.
Cure for the Munchies? Exercise Cuts Marijuana Cravings
Want to get stoned without breaking federal law? Try exercise. Past research suggests it may trigger the release of natural marijuana-like substances in the brain, and now a small but intriguing new study finds that exercise …
Want Your Kids to Exercise? Let Them Play Video Games!
It’s a win-win for parents and kids: if you’re having trouble convincing your kids to follow the government’s advice to get moving, a new study suggests you can just leave them alone with their video games.
Dos and Don’ts: Finding Your Perfect Sports Bra
From aerodynamic track shoes to the sleekest Speedos, having the right gear for the game is essential for athletes. For women, it starts with a good sports bra.