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Released: 1-Sep-2022 4:00 PM EDT
People who were most physically active fared worse during the pandemic
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

When the world shut down in March 2020, many of us scaled back on exercise and other physical activities. Those resulting COVID kilos yielded interest, and many of us still haven’t rid ourselves of them.

   
Released: 1-Sep-2022 2:05 PM EDT
Training of balance helped to overcome differences between the leading and the dependent sides of the body.
Scientific Project Lomonosov

Scientists of the Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University and colleagues from Innopolis University jointly developed a mathematic model which enables to describe the process of stabilization of unsteady position to the equilibrium state. On the basis of this model the authors found out that short trainings aimed at keeping balance help to lessen the differences between the right and the left limbs.

Newswise: Physical Activity May Still Not Match Pre-Covid 19 Pandemic Levels
31-Aug-2022 5:00 PM EDT
Physical Activity May Still Not Match Pre-Covid 19 Pandemic Levels
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)

Step counts—a measure of physical activity—were markedly lower early in the COVID-19 pandemic than pre-pandemic and remained lower, on average, in the two years following the onset of the global pandemic.

Released: 29-Aug-2022 1:30 PM EDT
Boosting duration, intensity & frequency of physical activity may lower heart failure risk
American Heart Association (AHA)

A six-year analysis of more than 94,000 adults in the U.K. Biobank with no history of heart failure at enrollment has found that engaging in moderate or vigorous physical activity may lower the risk of developing heart failure, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association’s flagship journal Circulation.

Released: 24-Aug-2022 3:55 PM EDT
Many types of leisure time activities may lower risk of death for older adults
National Cancer Institute (NCI) at NIH

Older adults who participate weekly in many different types of leisure time activities, such as walking for exercise, jogging, swimming laps, or playing tennis, may have a lower risk of death from any cause, as well as death from cardiovascular disease and cancer, according to a new study led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health.

Newswise: Physical Activity May Have a Stronger Role than Genes in Longevity
Released: 24-Aug-2022 2:00 PM EDT
Physical Activity May Have a Stronger Role than Genes in Longevity
University of California San Diego

UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity study asked whether associations between physical activity and sedentary time with death varied based on different levels of genetic predisposition for longevity.

Released: 24-Aug-2022 12:30 PM EDT
Octogenarians should walk 10 minutes a day to prolong life
European Society of Cardiology

One hour of walking per week is associated with greater longevity in people aged 85 years and above, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2022.1

Released: 23-Aug-2022 11:55 AM EDT
What Older Adults Do While They Sit Affects Dementia Risk
University of Southern California (USC)

Adults aged 60 and older who sit for long periods watching TV or other such passive, sedentary behaviors may be at increased risk of developing dementia, according to a new study by USC and University of Arizona researchers.

Released: 23-Aug-2022 11:50 AM EDT
Regular physical activity linked to lower risk of COVID-19 infection and severity
BMJ

Regular physical activity is linked to a lower risk of COVID-19 infection and severity, including hospital admission and death, finds a pooled data analysis of the available evidence, published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

Released: 22-Aug-2022 3:45 PM EDT
Find expert commentary on the monkeypox outbreak here
Newswise

The latest research and expert commentary on the monkeypox outbreak.

Released: 19-Aug-2022 3:25 PM EDT
Treadmill Exercise Shown to Improve Parkinson’s Symptoms in Mice
RUSH

Regular treadmill exercise helped improve Parkinson’s disease symptoms in mice in a recent study by researchers at RUSH.

Released: 16-Aug-2022 8:05 AM EDT
Research Shows Exercise Can Improve the Lives of Women Experiencing Homelessness
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

The “Exploratory study of physical activity programming for women experiencing homelessness” has found that participants of a four-week physical activity program reported a significant decrease in the number of mentally unhealthy days they experienced.

Released: 15-Aug-2022 3:15 PM EDT
Exercise answer: Research shows it’s how often you do it, not how much
Edith Cowan University

So… should I exercise a little bit every day, or exercise for longer once a week?

Released: 15-Aug-2022 8:05 AM EDT
Research results on benefits of camp on kids with ventilators
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

The study, “The Effect of an Overnight Summer Camp on the Quality of Life for Individuals Who Require Ventilatory Support,” appears in in the “Pediatric Physical Therapy” journal. The team, which included graduate students from LVC, has found that attending summer camp boosts the quality of life for children using ventilators. And the more years such children attend summer camp, the better their quality of life becomes, according to the study.

9-Aug-2022 4:50 PM EDT
Which Leisure Activities Are Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia?
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)

Leisure activities, such as reading a book, doing yoga and spending time with family and friends, may help lower the risk of dementia, according to a new meta-analysis published in the August 10, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

Released: 9-Aug-2022 1:45 PM EDT
Consider yourself a foodie? Dig into these latest headlines from the Food Science channel
Newswise

Below are some of the latest articles that have been added to the Food Science channel on Newswise, a free source for journalists.

       
Released: 5-Aug-2022 2:55 PM EDT
Children’s health will be negatively impacted by poorer fitness as global temperatures rise, new research shows
Taylor & Francis

Record levels of obesity and physical inactivity among children mean they are set to bear the brunt of poorer health effects from rising global temperatures – that’s the stark warning in a new comprehensive review of current studies on the topic.

2-Aug-2022 9:00 AM EDT
Vegans Who Lift Weights May Have Stronger Bones Than Other People on a Plant-Based Diet
Endocrine Society

People on a plant-based diet who do strength training as opposed to other forms of exercise such as biking or swimming may have stronger bones than other people on a vegan diet, according to new research published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

Newswise: The Medical Minute: Pickleball anyone? Sport’s popularity surges, health benefits abound
Released: 4-Aug-2022 8:05 AM EDT
The Medical Minute: Pickleball anyone? Sport’s popularity surges, health benefits abound
Penn State Health

Pickleball is surging in popularity. Does the sport also offer health benefits? A Penn State Health exercise physiologist and a couple passionate pickleballers pop the top on a jar’s worth of thoughts.

Released: 3-Aug-2022 3:20 PM EDT
World-first study reveals physical toll on law enforcement recruits
Edith Cowan University

For the first time, a new study has identified the number and type of injuries commonly experienced by police recruits whilst undergoing their academy training, an important step towards ensuring new officers can in the future meet physical standards whilst reducing the risk of injury.

   
Released: 29-Jul-2022 2:05 PM EDT
Don't give up the fight. Read the latest news about drug and antibiotic resistance
Newswise

Here are some of the latest articles that have been added to the Drug Resistance channel on Newswise, a free source for journalists.

Released: 28-Jul-2022 2:10 PM EDT
Most high blood pressure in children and teenagers is linked with unhealthy lifestyle
European Society of Cardiology

Inactivity, diets high in sugar and salt, and excess weight account for nine in ten cases of high blood pressure in children and adolescents, according to a consensus paper by heart health experts published today in European Heart Journal, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).1 The document, which focuses on hypertension in 6 to 16 year-olds, recommends that families get healthy together.

Newswise: Online Chair Yoga Viable Exercise for Isolated Older Adults with Dementia
Released: 28-Jul-2022 8:30 AM EDT
Online Chair Yoga Viable Exercise for Isolated Older Adults with Dementia
Florida Atlantic University

Researchers evaluated a remotely supervised online chair yoga intervention targeted at older adults with dementia and measured clinical outcomes virtually via Zoom under the remote guidance. Results showed that remotely supervised online chair yoga is a feasible approach for managing physical and psychological symptoms in socially isolated older adults with dementia based on retention (70 percent) and adherence (87.5 percent), with no injury or other adverse events.

25-Jul-2022 12:45 PM EDT
Study: Chores, Exercise, and Social Visits Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)

Physical and mental activities, such as household chores, exercise, and visiting with family and friends, may help lower the risk of dementia, according to a new study published in the July 27, 2022, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study looked at the effects of these activities, as well as mental activities and use of electronic devices in people both with and without higher genetic risk for dementia.

Newswise: Poll: Many older adults look beyond conventional medicine for help, but few talk to their doctors about it
22-Jul-2022 4:30 PM EDT
Poll: Many older adults look beyond conventional medicine for help, but few talk to their doctors about it
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

Nearly 40% of older adults currently use at least one integrative medicine strategy to try to ease symptoms of a physical or mental health issue, or to help them relax, a new poll finds. But only 18% of them have actually talked about it with a health care provider.

Released: 25-Jul-2022 4:30 PM EDT
Researchers Discover Gene That Promotes Muscle Strength During Exercise
University of Melbourne

Researchers have identified a gene that promotes muscle strength when switched on by physical activity, unlocking the potential for the development of therapeutic treatments to mimic some of the benefits of working out.

Released: 22-Jul-2022 8:05 AM EDT
‘Smart Necklace’ Biosensor May Track Health Status Through Sweat
Ohio State University

Researchers have successfully tested a device that may one day use the chemical biomarkers in sweat to detect changes in a person’s health.

   
Released: 21-Jul-2022 3:20 PM EDT
Feeling Stressed? It Can Show in Your Skin, Hair and Nails
American Academy of Dermatology

Stress is a part of life. Whether your stressors are small or large, they can impact both your mental and physical well-being.

Released: 20-Jul-2022 2:00 PM EDT
Effects of Structured Supervised Exercise Training or Motivational Counseling on Pregnant Women’s Physical Activity Level: FitMum - Randomized Controlled Trial
Journal of Medical Internet Research

Background: Physical activity (PA) during pregnancy is an effective and safe way to improve maternal health in uncomplicated pregnancies. However, compliance with PA recommendations remains low among pregnant women. Objective...

Newswise: A Healthy Lifestyle Can Offset a High Genetic Risk for Stroke, According to New Research by UTHealth Houston
19-Jul-2022 2:00 PM EDT
A Healthy Lifestyle Can Offset a High Genetic Risk for Stroke, According to New Research by UTHealth Houston
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

People who are genetically at higher risk for stroke can lower that risk by as much as 43% by adopting a healthy cardiovascular lifestyle, according to new research led by UTHealth Houston, which was published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Newswise: Wearing Your Fitness on Your Sleeve Is Great for the Heart
Released: 19-Jul-2022 9:05 PM EDT
Wearing Your Fitness on Your Sleeve Is Great for the Heart
University of South Australia

New findings from Australian researchers have endorsed what millions of people around the world believe: fitness trackers, pedometers and smart watches motivate us to exercise more and lose weight.

   
Newswise: On the Run: How to Train Safely for a 5K
Released: 15-Jul-2022 12:25 PM EDT
On the Run: How to Train Safely for a 5K
LifeBridge Health

A 5K can serve as a perfect early milestone for novice runners, but safe training is key to success. With the help of an expert running and biomotion specialist, we've explored the topic of how to train safely for the best beginner's race.

Released: 14-Jul-2022 11:00 AM EDT
Exercise + Sauna = Better Cardiovascular Function
American Physiological Society (APS)

New research suggests that adding a regular 15-minute sauna to an exercise routine may improve cardiovascular risk factors more than exercise alone. The study is the first randomized controlled trial to explore the long-term combination of exercise and sauna bathing in a non-clinical population. It is published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology-Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology.

Released: 13-Jul-2022 4:05 PM EDT
Urban Environments with More Vegetation Are Associated with Better Health Behaviours in Children
N/A

Urban areas with more vegetation, higher density of buildings and facilities, lower population density and without major roads are associated with better health behaviours in children.

Newswise: Arlington, Va., Named ‘Fittest City’ in 2022 American Fitness Index Ranking
Released: 12-Jul-2022 7:05 AM EDT
Arlington, Va., Named ‘Fittest City’ in 2022 American Fitness Index Ranking
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

Arlington, Virginia, has been named “America’s Fittest City” in the annual American Fitness Index® rankings published by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the Elevance Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Elevance Health.The ACSM / Elevance Health Foundation Fitness Index evaluated America’s 100 largest cities using 34 evidence-based indicators.

Newswise: The Award-Winning Squeezium and Rehabit — Incentive Games for the Elderly from Chula Architects
Released: 8-Jul-2022 11:05 PM EDT
The Award-Winning Squeezium and Rehabit — Incentive Games for the Elderly from Chula Architects
Chulalongkorn University

Two Chula architectural graduates have developed Squeezium and Rehabit innovations to provide an incentive for the elderly to get up and move to strengthen their bodies. As a nod to their creativity, the innovations received Gold Medal and Special Award at the 7th World Invention Innovation Contest, Korea Invention Academy (KIA).

Released: 8-Jul-2022 3:55 PM EDT
Study shows that 8% of athletes have persistent symptoms after contracting COVID-19
Sao Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP)

Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil analyzed data from 43 scientific articles describing the effects of COVID-19 on athletes and concluded that while the disease was asymptomatic or mild in the vast majority of cases (94%), about 8% of the subjects concerned had persistent symptoms affecting their performance and potentially preventing a return to training and competing.

Released: 6-Jul-2022 10:05 AM EDT
أسئلة وأجوبة مايو كلينك: متلازمة القولون المتهيج وتعديلات نمط الحياة
Mayo Clinic

السادة الأعزاء في مايو كلينك: لقد تم تشخيصي بحالة خفيفة من متلازمة القولون المتهيج، وتحدثت مع طبيبي حول إدارة الأعراض التي أعانيها بدون أدوية. أنا مهتم أكثر بمحاولة التركيز على النظام الغذائي للسيطرة على حالتي. هل هناك أشياء معينة يجب أن أركز عليها، أو هل ستكون الأدوية هي الطريقة الوحيدة بالنسبة لي لإدارة الأعراض؟

Newswise: Lifestyle Changes are a Major Factor in Preventing Cancers
Released: 5-Jul-2022 8:05 AM EDT
Lifestyle Changes are a Major Factor in Preventing Cancers
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Evelyn Fuertes, BA, NDTR, community outreach coordinator and member of the Cancer Health Equity Center of Excellence at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the state’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, together with RWJBarnabas Health, works to educate communities and providers on cancer prevention.

Newswise: Virtual Reality Technology Could Strengthen Effects of Traditional Rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis
Released: 30-Jun-2022 5:05 PM EDT
Virtual Reality Technology Could Strengthen Effects of Traditional Rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis
Kessler Foundation

East Hanover, NJ. June 30, 2022. In a recent article, Kessler Foundation scientists advocated for the incorporation of virtual reality (VR) technology in cognitive rehabilitation research in multiple sclerosis (MS).

Newswise: ACSM / Anthem Foundation American Fitness Index to Reveal 2022 Fittest City
Released: 21-Jun-2022 3:20 PM EDT
ACSM / Anthem Foundation American Fitness Index to Reveal 2022 Fittest City
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

The science-based Fitness Index annually evaluates and ranks America’s 100 largest cities using health behaviors, chronic diseases and community infrastructure indicators that support a physically active lifestyle.

   
Released: 21-Jun-2022 11:00 AM EDT
75% of Teens Aren’t Getting Recommended Daily Exercise
University of Georgia

Three out of every four teens aren’t getting enough exercise, and this lack is even more pronounced among female students. But new research from the University of Georgia suggests improving a school’s climate can increase physical activity among adolescents.

Newswise: Paralympic Dreams and the Growth of Adaptive Sports
Released: 20-Jun-2022 6:00 AM EDT
Paralympic Dreams and the Growth of Adaptive Sports
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

A star adaptive sports athlete at University of Michigan made the roster for the 2022 U.S. Men's National Wheelchair Basketball Team. He is a key piece of the university's growing adaptive sports program, which is led by a U-M Health physician.

Released: 16-Jun-2022 4:05 PM EDT
Research: Online Yoga Reduces Stress, Improves Well-Being
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

In this age of remote work, virtual meetings, and telemedicine visits, add yoga to the list of things you can do effectively without leaving home.

   
Released: 16-Jun-2022 1:30 PM EDT
Gold Ribbon Not Necessary—Healthy Brain and Body Function Are the Rewards in This Game
University of Tsukuba

As human lifespans increase, new societal challenges arise. In a "superaging society," in which young people are few and older people are many, caring for the older adult population adequately with limited resources is a difficult balancing act to perform.

Released: 16-Jun-2022 11:40 AM EDT
Physical Activity, Diet Improve After Bariatric Surgery, but Do Not Meet Recommended Levels
University of Florida

Researchers found participants’ physical activity and diet quality improved after weight-loss bariatric surgery, but fell short of federal physical activity guidelines.

Released: 15-Jun-2022 1:45 PM EDT
Nordic Walking Improves Functional Capacity in People with Heart Disease
Elsevier

Researchers identified a greater increase in functional capacity, the ability to perform activities of daily living, as a result of Nordic walking in patients with coronary heart disease compared to standard high-intensity interval training and moderate-to-vigorous intensity continuous training.

Released: 14-Jun-2022 12:00 PM EDT
Studies Point to Role of Lifestyle Factors in Alzheimer’s Risk and Disparities
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)

Two new studies offer insights into the factors that may contribute to the disproportionate burden of dementia in non-White and low-income U.S. populations.



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