Fitness & Exercise
Tips, routines, and research about physical activity and exercise.
Maintaining Fitness in Older Age Supports Brain Regions Involved in Word Retrieval
Regular moderate exercise in older adults enhances brain activity related to language, reducing 'tip-of-the-tongue' moments and supporting cognitive health. Discover how staying active benefits your brain with recent research findings.
Community Exercise Programs Enhance Senior Health and Combat Age-Related Decline
A groundbreaking study from McMaster University demonstrates that community-based exercise programs can significantly slow or reverse age-related declines in cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength among seniors, promoting healthier aging and improved quality of life.
The Impact of Weightlifting on Bone Density and Health
Discover how weightlifting can significantly improve bone density, strengthen bones, and reduce fracture risk through evidence-based strategies and effective exercises.
Essential Tips from a Biokineticist for Maintaining a Healthy Heart
Discover essential exercise and lifestyle strategies from a biokineticist to maintain a healthy heart, prevent cardiovascular disease, and improve overall well-being.
Japanese Walking Trend Sparks Debate on Its Health Benefits
Discover the viral 'Japanese walking' routine that promises quick health benefits and explore what experts say about its effectiveness compared to traditional walking practices.
The Creatine Boom: Exploring Trends and Facts About Supplement Use
Discover the latest insights into creatine supplementation, its benefits for muscle performance, safety profile, and growing popularity among fitness enthusiasts and athletes worldwide.
Walking 3,000 Steps Daily at a Faster Pace May Reduce Heart Risks by 17%
Discover how walking just 3,000 steps daily at a faster pace can lower your risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events, especially for those with hypertension.
Physical Activity Associated with Lower Risk of Mortality and Heart Events in Recent Type 2 Diabetes Patients
Engaging in physical activity, even at light levels, significantly reduces the risk of mortality and major heart events in recently diagnosed type 2 diabetes patients without prior cardiovascular disease, highlighting the importance of activity for primary prevention.
Increasing Walking Speed and Step Count Reduces Cardiovascular Risk in Hypertension Patients
New study reveals that increasing walking speed and step count significantly lowers cardiovascular risk in individuals with high blood pressure, emphasizing the benefits of moderate physical activity.
Does Running Harm Your Knees and Is It Safe to Start at Any Age?
Discover how running impacts knee health, addresses common myths, and learn how people of any age can safely start running to improve their overall wellness and joint health.