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·March 24, 2020·4 min read

Brain or muscles, what do we lose first?

A decline in cognitive ability after the age of 50 results in a decline in physical activity. The inverse relationship is much weaker than previously believed.

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·December 27, 2019·3 min read

Report links recommended physical activity levels to lower risk of seven cancers

7.5 to 15 hours of physical activity a week can help reduce the risk of developing seven types of cancer, a new study reports.

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·November 5, 2019·4 min read

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.

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·June 5, 2019·3 min read

Weak upper and lower body physical performance associated with depression and anxiety

A correlative link has been discovered between weak upper and lower body physical performance, and an increase in depression and anxiety during midlife.

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·May 4, 2019·3 min read

Mental well-being predicts leisure time physical activity in midlife

The quality of mental well-being one experiences at age 42 may be a strong predictor of time spent pursuing physical activities at age 50.

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·May 1, 2019·3 min read

The impact of exercise and sleep on depression varies by gender

Study reports regular, vigorous exercise helps to protect males against depressive symptoms, while in women, no levels of physical activity had a significant impact on depression.

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·April 19, 2019·4 min read

Light, physical activity reduces brain aging

Light physical activity has positive benefits for brain health as we age. Spending an hour participating in light intensity physical activity was associated with the equivalent of 1.1 years less brain aging. Every additional hour spent exercising was linked to higher brain volume.

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·April 8, 2019·5 min read

Decline in physical activity often starts as early as age 7

The amount of physical activity children participate in starts to decline at age seven. The study reveals four-fifths of adolescents, and one-third of adults do not meet recommendations of physical activity.

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·February 23, 2019·4 min read

Mental and Physical Activity in Middle Age Tied to Lower Dementia Risk

According to researchers, keeping both physically and mentally active during middle age can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia during old age. The study found women who participated in mental activities were 46% less likely to develop dementia, and those who were physically active at a 52% reduced risk.

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·January 23, 2019·6 min read

Physical Activity Can Prevent Against Depression

A new study adds to growing evidence that higher levels of physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing mental illness. Researchers found physical activity can reduce depression risks in those genetically vulnerable to depressive disorders.

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·January 18, 2019·4 min read

Moving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From Dementia

According to researchers, older adults who move more than average may be better protected from dementia symptoms. The study reports physical activity helps maintain cognitive skills when there are signs of Alzheimer's pathology in the brain.

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·January 14, 2019·4 min read

Physical Activity of Any Type or Amount Cuts Health Risk From Sitting

A new study reports replacing 30 minutes of sitting down with physical activity, of any intensity or amount, can significantly reduce health risks and improve mortality.

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physical activity

Brain or muscles, what do we lose first?

Report links recommended physical activity levels to lower risk of seven cancers

Physical activity may protect against new episodes of depression

Weak upper and lower body physical performance associated with depression and anxiety

Mental well-being predicts leisure time physical activity in midlife

The impact of exercise and sleep on depression varies by gender

Light, physical activity reduces brain aging

Decline in physical activity often starts as early as age 7

Mental and Physical Activity in Middle Age Tied to Lower Dementia Risk

Physical Activity Can Prevent Against Depression

Moving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From Dementia

Physical Activity of Any Type or Amount Cuts Health Risk From Sitting

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