February is Cancer Prevention Month. While cancer can feel inevitable, random or out of our control, there are things we can do to reduce cancer risk, from exercise and nutrition to annual screenings.
Researchers at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) have designed a wearable biosensor that offers a new way to measure human muscle activation to potentially prevent injuries and enhance athletic performance.
Less exercise, more time spent in front of screens, higher psychological stress, and reduced physical fitness: These alarming results were obtained by various studies focusing on children and adolescents during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Plantar fasciitis (PF) is a common musculoskeletal, inflammatory condition, characterized by severe pain in the heel of the foot, to the extent that it limits day-to-day activities.
Boosting exercise is often on the agenda in the new year, but if you’re struggling to stick to a new fitness regime, University of South Australia research shows that virtual reality (VR) will not only make exercise feel easier but also ease chronic pain.
Approximately one in three deaths in the U.S. is caused by cardiovascular disease, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Played outside in the cold weather on a heated, elevated court surrounded by chicken wire, platform tennis has been growing rapidly in pockets around the country since it began in the 1960’s.
A study exploring the mechanisms behind why cognitive performance improves in response to exercise, has found that dopamine plays a key role.
As Australia gears up for the opening event of the world's premier men's elite road cycling tour, a group of lycra newbies will be celebrating their own success on wheels.
Researchers at Binghamton University, State University of New York's Motion Analysis Research Laboratory have developed an app to help study and prevent falls in older adults.
Researchers with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center have received funding to better understand how personalized nutrition and exercise programs can improve quality of life after cancer treatment.
75 Hard, a popular fitness routine, promises to change your life – but it’s intense. A Penn State College of Medicine expert discusses how you can achieve results with lower impact.
A bit of weed before a workout can boost motivation and make exercise more enjoyable. But if performance is the goal, it may be best to skip that joint.
Surface electromyography (sEMG) is a traditional method used to measure the electrical activity of muscles during physical activity. This method has remained unchanged for over 70 years and involves the use of two standard approaches.
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Nutrition expert Mindy Haar, Ph.D., RDN, chair of interdisciplinary health sciences at New York Institute of Technology, shares tips to help readers meet their diet goals.
For nearly 20 years, Stephen Ball has been a man on a mission: helping older Missourians stay healthy and get stronger through physical activity.
Stuart Phillips is a leading expert on health and fitness from McMaster University and is available to discuss the benefits of combining strength training and aerobic exercise, as the new year brings new resolutions and crowds to the gym.
Experts on potential for injury when starting new exercise routine surrounding the new year and resolutions.
Researchers at Iowa State want to know whether different types and doses of exercise can improve mental health, either on their own or integrated into treatment plans. Two concurrent research projects funded by the National Institute of Mental Health will help fill in the gaps.
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) released survey results today in the article “2024 ACSM Worldwide Fitness Trends: Future Directions of the Health and Fitness Industry,” published in the January/February issue of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal®.
As we anticipate the ringing in of 2024, many of us will commit to healthy resolutions but will end up changing our tune before January is even over. In fact, some have dubbed the second Friday in January as ‘Quitters’ Day.’ Studies show that of the 41% of Americans who make a resolution, only about 9% keep them through the end of the year.
With the rise in machine learning applications and artificial intelligence, it's no wonder that more and more scientists and researchers are turning to supercomputers. Supercomputers are commonly used for making predictions with advanced modeling and simulations. This can be applied to climate research, weather forecasting, genomic sequencing, space exploration, aviation engineering and more.
Alimentar-se corretamente e praticar exercícios físicos são maneiras importantes para uma pessoa manter-se saudável física e mentalmente. Ao invés de sair do sofá e subir em uma esteira ergométrica, considere sair ao ar livre e aproveitar os benefícios para a saúde proporcionados pelo contato com a natureza.
Alimentarse bien y hacer ejercicio son maneras importantes de mantenerse saludable mental y físicamente. En lugar de levantarse del sillón y subirse a la cinta de marcha, quizás quiera considerar salir al aire libre y aprovechar los beneficios para la salud que ofrece pasar tiempo en la naturaleza.
A fascinating link between regular exercise and better brain health has been revealed, according to an international study that included a team of clinical researchers from Pacific Neuroscience Institute’s Brain Health Center, located at Providence Saint John’s Health Center.
ACSM to Reveal Top Fitness Trends for 2024 Annual global survey, regional comparison report predicts what you’ll see in fitness next year.
Increased sedentary time from childhood through young adulthood caused increased body fat and abdominal fat in a new follow-up study. However, the results also showed that light physical activity (LPA) may completely reverse the adverse process.
On the cusp of summer holidays, Aussie kids are looking forward to some well-deserved time off. But too much downtime could create health problems, as new research shows that holidays are the prime time for excessive weight gain in kids.
Hackensack Meridian Fitness & Wellness will celebrate its tenth anniversary with Hackensack Meridian Health.
The survey, conducted in collaboration with leading fitness professionals and organizations, delves into key aspects of compensation trends, shedding light on crucial factors shaping the industry's workforce dynamics.
There is no shortage of advice for women on what to eat, how to train, or what supplements to take during their menstrual cycles, but a new review by an international team of scientists has found little evidence to support such recommendations. In fact, they found sparse research on women and exercise at all, and even less on the effect of their periods on sports performance, physiology, or physical fitness.
The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration but many Americans admit the endless flurry of activities make it difficult to eat healthy, exercise and get adequate rest, according to a new survey from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
A new study finds that doing just one minute of squatting exercises periodically during long periods of sitting may help preserve the brain’s cognitive and executive function. The study is published ahead of print in the Journal of Applied Physiology.
Running in cold weather has many benefits, including reduced heat stress, boosted metabolism, elevated mood, and burning more calories. Just be sure to dress in layers and take safety precautions.
New research led by the University of Portsmouth in England has revealed moderate intensity exercise can improve cognitive function in people who are sleep deprived and have low levels of oxygen.
تتشابه التهيئة للحمل في بعض الأمور مع الاستعداد لخوض سباق. فالنظام الغذائي وممارسة الرياضة وتجنب العادات غير الصحية كلها أمور مهمة لزيادة فرص حدوث الحمل، وذلك وفقًا لما قالته مي الأعرجي، بكالوريوس الطب والجراحة، خبيرة طب الأسرة في مايو كلينك هيلثكير في لندن.
A preparação física para a gravidez tem alguns pontos em comum com a preparação física para uma corrida. Dieta, exercícios e evitar hábitos não saudáveis são importantes para criar as condições para a gravidez, explica a Dra. May Al-Araji.
El acondicionamiento para el embarazo tiene puntos en común con la preparación para correr una carrera. La alimentación, el ejercicio y evitar los hábitos poco saludables son medidas importantes para aumentar las posibilidades de quedar embarazada, según afirma la Licenciada en Medicina y Cirugía, May Al-Araji.
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