Cancer is a scary word, especially if you hear it from your own doctor. Genetic factors may increase the risk of some forms of cancer but lifestyle factors can lower the odds of developing this common disease that manifests in a variety of tissues and organs. One such lifestyle factor is exercise. How many types of cancer can exercise lower the risk of?
We know that squats make us stronger and build functional strength in the lower body. Not to mention, they build beautiful quads! But, can doing squats regularly also improve brain function? Find out what new research shows.
We know that children and teens aren’t as active as they used to be, but a new study found a stunning degree of childhood Inactivity among adolescents and teens. Find out how sedentary kids of today actually are.
You constantly hear about the importance of staying physically active by moving more throughout the day. More movement throughout the day is better for health and may lower mortality – but is it enough or do you still need a structured exercise program?
You already know that exercise does good things for your body composition but it’s also good medicine. In fact, a new study shows exercise lowers the risk of five types of chronic disease – but how much exercise do you need to enjoy this benefit?
Exercise has so many physical health benefits that it’s easy to forget about the mental benefits and happiness a good workout offers. Let’s take it a step further. Can exercise also make you feel happier? Find out what research shows.
One of the best ways to stay healthy after menopause – both mentally and physically – is to exercise. Now, a new study shows exercise may offer more benefits for postmenopausal women than their younger counterparts. Find out more about exercise and the role it plays in health during the second half of life.
We often hear about the health benefits of exercise and how aerobic exercise lengthens your lifespan – but what about resistance training? Does it have longevity benefits as well? Find out how resistance training can improve the quality of your life AND potentially help you live longer.
Kids are less active than they were 30 years ago. This is at least partially contributing to the obesity epidemic. A new study looked at inactivity in kids – how sedentary they are, whether sports participation is increasing and more. Find out what this study shows about physical fitness among kids.
People live a more sedentary lifestyle these days. As a result, fitness levels have declined over the years but this decline is in sharp contrast to the decline in fitness level that’s happened over thousands of years. How fit were our ancestors and what can we learn from them?
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.
Good health and lifestyle habits may help you live longer – but do they reduce your risk of disability? Find out what a new study shows about health habits and disability risk. You’ll discover three habits that can keep you functional longer.
