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·August 29, 2023·3 min read

Small Steps, Big Change: How Light Activity Could Guard Against Alzheimer’s

Researchers will explore how light physical activities like walking can affect cognition in older adults at risk for Alzheimer's or related dementias. Unlike previous studies that focused on the total amount of light activity, the research will examine day-to-day variations in light physical activity.

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·January 31, 2023·4 min read

Moderate and Intense Physical Activity Favors Good Sleep

Physical activity improves sleep quality, especially for women, a new study reports.

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·October 28, 2022·7 min read

Short Bursts of Vigorous Activity Linked With Increased Longevity

Two-minute bursts of vigorous physical activity totaling 16 minutes per week were associated with an 18% reduced risk of death and a 15% reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Burst exercise up to 53 minutes per week is linked to a 36% lower risk of death from any health cause.

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·October 21, 2022·4 min read

To Be Less Sedentary, You May Need a More Active Friend

When people with a sedentary lifestyle socially interact with those who embark on moderate physical activity, the sedentary people become more active in the long-term.

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·August 24, 2022·3 min read

Physical Activity May Have a Stronger Role Than Genes in Longevity

Higher rates of light physical activity and moderate-to-vigorous exercise were associated with a lower risk of death. Sedentary lifestyles were associated with a higher risk of death. The findings were consistent among women with different levels of genetic predispositions to longevity.

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·July 20, 2022·3 min read

Do Benefits of Physical and Mental Activity on Thinking Differ for Men and Women?

Greater physical activity was associated with greater thinking speed reserve in women, but not men. Taking part in mental activities was associated with greater thinking speed reserve in both men and women.

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·February 20, 2022·3 min read

How Recess Helps Students Learn

The combination of physical activity and social interactions children experience during recess helps reduce stress and improve focus back in the classroom.

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·November 22, 2021·6 min read

Housework Linked to Sharper Memory in Older Adults

Older adults who continue to perform household chores have better cognition, attention span, and physical strength compared to those who no longer do their own home keeping chores. Housework in older adults was also linked to a decreased risk of falls.

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·August 19, 2021·6 min read

Too Much Time on a Computer, Watching TV or Other Sedentary Activities Raises Stroke Risk

Adults under sixty who spend a significant amount of engaged in sedentary activities and less time embarking on physical activity have a higher stroke risk than their more active peers.

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·August 18, 2021·6 min read

Physical Activity Associated With Better Cognition in Breast Cancer Patients

A new study reports a strong association between high levels of physical activity and the ability to maintain cognitive function in breast cancer patients who received chemotherapy.

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·April 26, 2021·5 min read

How Exercise and the Simple Act of Moving Your Body Can Improve Mental Health

Whether you enjoy a rigorous workout or prefer a spot of light yoga, researchers say exercise can have a positive impact on your mental health.

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·February 28, 2021·4 min read

Picture Books Can Boost Physical Activity for Youth With Autism

A new picture book with step-by-step instructions on how to do basic exercises like jumping jacks, helps increase levels of physical activity in young people with ASD.

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physical activity

Small Steps, Big Change: How Light Activity Could Guard Against Alzheimer’s

Moderate and Intense Physical Activity Favors Good Sleep

Short Bursts of Vigorous Activity Linked With Increased Longevity

Physical Activity May Have a Stronger Role Than Genes in Longevity

Do Benefits of Physical and Mental Activity on Thinking Differ for Men and Women?

Housework Linked to Sharper Memory in Older Adults

Too Much Time on a Computer, Watching TV or Other Sedentary Activities Raises Stroke Risk

Physical Activity Associated With Better Cognition in Breast Cancer Patients

How Exercise and the Simple Act of Moving Your Body Can Improve Mental Health

Picture Books Can Boost Physical Activity for Youth With Autism

Protein Key to Lifespan and Healthy Aging Identified

Unlocking Genes Behind Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Placebo Power: Patient Belief in Treatment Impacts Depression Therapy Effectiveness

Redefining Myelin Damage

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