Physical activity may protect against new episodes of depression
Physical activity can help reduce incidents of depressive episodes in those with genetic risk factors for depression.... Read More...
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Personality feature that could predict how often you exercise identified
Those who are conscientious and are better at making plans to meet their goals are more likely to engage in physical exercise.... Read More...
Exercise could slow withering effects of Alzheimer’s
For those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and other risk factors for Alzheimer's disease, participating in aerobic exercise several times a week may slow neurodegeneration. Aerobic exercise reduced hippocampal atrophy in those with MCI. ... Read More...
Routine sparring in boxing can affect brain performance
It is well documented that professional boxing causes neurological impairment. A new study reveals routine sparring can cause short term impairments in brain-muscle communication and a decrease in memory performance.... Read More...
Mouthwash use could inhibit benefits of exercise
Results show the blood-pressure-lowering effects of exercise were diminished by more than 60% over the first hour of recovery, and completely absent two hours post-exercise in those who used antibacterial mouthwash.... Read More...
It’s never too late to start exercising
Older people who have never participated in resistance exercise programs have a similar ability to build mass muscles as those who frequently exercise and are of similar age. Researchers say that it doesn't matter whether or not you have exercised throughout your life, starting late can still have excellent health benefits.... Read More...
New link between endocannabinoids and exercise may help in treatment of depression
Moderate intensity exercise significantly boosts endocannabinoids and improves mood for those with major depressive disorder.... Read More...
Regular exercise may slow decline in those at risk of Alzheimer’s
Exercise can have a positive benefit in preventing or slowing physical signs of Alzheimer's disease in those with a genetic predisposition.... Read More...
Four Ways Binge-Watching Hurts Your Brain
Binge-watching TV shows can create an unhealthy environment for the brain due to social isolation, sleep deprivation and unhealthy eating habits. ... Read More...
Jogging and five other exercises ward off weight gain despite ‘obesity genes’
For those with a genetic predisposition to obesity, partaking in six specific types of exercise can help combat weight gain. Jogging, yoga, power walking, certain types of dancing and mountain climbing can help reduce BMI in those with a predisposition to obesity. Surprisingly, cycling, swimming, and games like Dance Dance Revolution did not counteract the genetic effects on obesity.... Read More...
Astronauts less likely to faint on Earth if they exercise in space: Findings may help others with fainting issues
Astronauts do not feel dizzy or faint during post-flight exercise, so long as they participate in certain types of exercise in space and receive IV fluids when they return to earth. The findings could have implications for people postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).... Read More...
Supervised fun and exercise both provide psychosocial benefit to children with obesity
While exercise alone may improve health and reduce weight in children at risk of obesity, it does not always improve psychosocial health. Overweight children who participated in regular supervised sedentary activities, such as playing board games or painting, showed improvements in depressive symptoms and anger reduction. Combining exercise with sedentary activities could help improve mood and combat obesity.... Read More...