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A new study reveals a surprising link: low fitness in youth can lead to a less successful work life decades later. It’s never too late to exercise, but the earlier you start, the better. Learn how movement fuels your entire life, from daily tasks to career success.
So, what exactly is “active aging.” It can mean different things depending on the subject matter at hand, but overall, active aging is how we can feel our best with each passing year by focusing on the activities that keep our bodies and our minds equipped for life.
Unlock the heart-healthy benefits of yoga! Let’s look at scientific evidence highlighting yoga’s impact on cardiovascular fitness, stress reduction, and overall well-being. You’ll discover how this ancient practice goes beyond physical exercise, offering an integrated approach to heart and mind health.
Discover how exercise can help reduce hot flashes during menopause and make your workouts more comfortable. Explore the relationship between physical activity, depression, and hot flashes, and learn how exercise improves the thermoregulatory system. Find out how aerobic and resistance training can effectively decrease the frequency and intensity of hot flashes, especially in women with depression. Plus, uncover tips to make exercising more enjoyable, from choosing the right clothing to timing your workouts wisely. Don’t let hot flashes steal the show – empower yourself with exercise during menopause.
With so many terms relating to movement and physical fitness, three terms that many people confuse are the difference between exercise, physical activity, and fitness. In this article, you’ll learn what the differences are and how they apply to training.
All exercise burns calories. Most people do moderate-intensity exercise, like cycling or jogging, to help with weight loss. But studies show high-intensity interval training may be a better choice. Here’s how HIIT training makes it easier to control your weight.
We know that vitamin D is an essential vitamin that helps regulate calcium, but does it also have an impact on exercise function? A study suggests that your vitamin D level may play a role in how your heart responds to aerobic exercise. Find out more
Ever wonder how aerobically fit you really are? This article discusses aerobic fitness testing, both maximal and sub-maximal fitness testing as well as two simple tests you can do at home to estimate aerobic fitness.
Can you get benefits from even a minute of brisk activity? That’s what a new study shows. A minute here and a minute there of movement can add up to a lower body weight if you do it consistently. Find out more.
Should you invest in a heart rate monitor? A heart rate monitor isn’t an absolute necessity. After all, there are other ways to measure exercise intensity – but there are advantages to using one. Find out what they are.
Are you aging slowly or faster than you should? There isn’t a single test that will tell you what your chronological age is, but if you want a better idea, try these simple tests you can do at home to see where you stand. They’ll give you a rough idea of whether you’re doing the right thing from a lifestyle standpoint to slow down the aging process – and alert you to things you need to change.
If you do endurance exercise or high-intensity workouts or are older, you’re at greater risk for zinc deficiency. Find out why you need more of this mineral in your diet if you’re older or athletic and how to get it.
