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vigorous exercise

Parkinson’s Disease

Can Vigorous Exercise Slow or Reverse Parkinson’s Disease?

This article explores the potential of vigorous exercise to slow and even reverse Parkinson’s disease progression. A pilot study showed promising results, with high-intensity workouts leading to increased dopamine production and potentially reversing neurodegeneration in the brain. This research suggests that exercise, alongside medication and therapy, could become a crucial part of Parkinson’s treatment, offering patients hope for regaining lost mobility and independence.

March 10, 2024

5 Ways High-Intensity Interval Training (HiiT) Improves the Health of Your Heart

5 Ways High-Intensity Interval Training (HiiT) Improves the Health of Your Heart

You’re probably already familiar with the benefits of high-intensity interval training – but don’t forget it’s one of the most effective forms of exercise for the health of your heart. Read on and discover five ways HIIT training reduces your risk for heart disease.

October 25, 2015

Is High-Intensity Exercise Superior for Fat Loss?

Is High-Intensity Exercise Superior for Fat Loss?

High-intensity exercise is rapidly growing in popularity because it’s time expedient and it gets you in shape. But what role does it play in fat loss? Find out what research shows about high-intensity training and whether it trumps moderate-intensity exercise for fat loss.

February 23, 2014

Is Exercise as Effective as Prescription Medications?

Is Exercise as Effective as Prescription Medications?

You’ve heard people say “exercise is good medicine.” Now there’s even more proof of that. Find out what a study shows about exercise and how it compares with prescription medications for prolonging life in people with chronic diseases. You may be surprised.

January 26, 2014

Teens and Lack of Exercise - How Bad Is the Problem?

Teens and Lack of Exercise – How Bad Is the Problem?

Teen obesity is a “growing” problem and lack of physical activity is a contributor. How many teens get the recommended amount of exercise? Find out and discover why exercise is so critical for teens from a health perspective.

January 12, 2014

How Exercise Impacts Your Menstrual Cycle

How Exercise Impacts Your Menstrual Cycle

Exercise impacts every area of your life, doesn’t it? That’s why it shouldn’t be surprising that it can affect your menstrual cycle. Find out how vigorous exercise affects your cycle and what it means to your overall health.

December 22, 2013

Sweating Profusely During Exercise: Does It Mean You're Out of Shape?

Sweating Profusely During Exercise: Does It Mean You’re Out of Shape?

Do you sweat a lot during a workout? Some people believe that’s an indication that they’re out of shape. Is there any truth to this? Get the scoop on sweat rates, fitness and find out what’s normal when it comes to sweating during exercise.

August 4, 2013

Do Your Lungs Become Stronger With Exercise

Do Your Lungs Become Stronger With Exercise

There’s little doubt that your lungs work harder during exercise – but do they actually become stronger? Find out more about how your lungs adapt or don’t adapt to endurance training and whether lung function can limit exercise performance.

June 23, 2013

Does exercise reduce your cancer risk?

Does Exercise Reduce the Risk of Cancer?

The thought of getting cancer is a scary one for most people. You can reduce your risk of some types of cancer by not smoking and eating a healthy diet, but what about exercise? Can exercise reduce the risk, and what type is best?

November 4, 2012

Appetite Hormones: Another Way Exercise Helps With Weight Control

Appetite Hormones: Another Way Exercise Helps With Weight Control

Exercise burns calories, but it also helps with weight loss in another way, by altering appetite hormones. Find out how exercise helps to suppress appetite, and what type of exercise is best for appetite control.

September 23, 2012

eat less

Exercise and Appetite: Do You Eat Less When You Work Out?

Find out what research shows about the link between exercise and appetite and whether you’ll eat less after you work out.

July 24, 2011

longevity and staying young

The Connection Between Fitness and Longevity: The Science of Staying Young

One of the secrets of staying young and healthy is being physically fit. Fitness for longevity is about engaging in cardiovascular exercise, not about maintaining a specific weight.

April 17, 2011