A new study has found that yoga can have beneficial effects for people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. The study examined patients completing a yoga program to those not exercising, and found that disease activity was significantly reduced in those keeping active. Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis who practice yoga showed statistically significant improvements in disease activity,… [Continue Reading]
Post-Workout Protein Boost Enhances Effects of Exercise
June 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Taking in protein after a workout can enhance the effects of training, new research shows. The study compared the components of the muscles of participants, who either had a high-protein drink or water following a session. Those consuming protein showed enhanced retention of new muscle after six weeks. A new research report appearing online in… [Continue Reading]
Tai Chi Boosts Quality of Life for Chronic Heart Failure Patients
April 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The gentle exercise of tai chi may help improve the health and quality of life of patients with serious ailments, new research shows. In a study of patients suffering from chronic heart failure, those put on a regimen of tai chi had an improved mood. Tai chi, the ancient Chinese meditative exercise, may improve quality… [Continue Reading]
Gardening Improves Fitness and Quality of Life
March 17, 2011 By 3 Comments
Gardening is linked to a higher quality of life and is a great way to increase activity levels, especially for older adults, researchers say. A new study reports that people who garden are more likely to have healthy lifestyles, get enough exercise, and be happy with their lives Does gardening contribute to quality of life… [Continue Reading]
Daily Exercise in the Form of Dance Boosts Health
February 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
Dance is a great way to get active and boost fitness, and some hip new types of dance classes are helping men and women improve their health. Dancing can make a big contribution to the 30 minutes of exercise per day that doctors recommend for everyone, to help our bodies ward off disease. When Karen… [Continue Reading]
Excercise Outdoors Brings Even More Benefits
February 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
Staying active is essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and a recently-published research review concludes that exercising outdoors rather than indoors provides an even bigger boost to health. Exercising in natural settings can improve mood, well-being, and energy, even more than getting active indoors. A systematic review carried out by a team at the Peninsula… [Continue Reading]
Research Grant Promotes Exercise for Joint Pain
January 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A large research grant recently awarded will promote community-based methods to help people with joint pain stay active. Maintaining movement in painful joints is important for management of chronic skeletal pain and arthritis, but researchers say that there aren’t enough community supports available. A researcher from the University of the West of England has been… [Continue Reading]
Keeping Active in the Winter is Essential
January 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Freezing temperatures and slippery, icy sidewalks may not be terribly inviting, but it’s essential to keep active even in the most unappealing winter weather! Here are some ideas for fun winter activities that will get you outside and keep you active. It’s cold. The ground is covered with snow and ice and the amount of… [Continue Reading]
Resistance Training Benefits Cardiovascular System and Helps Lower Blood Pressure
January 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Doctors and researchers commonly suggest aerobic exercise to improve blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. New research suggests, however, that resistance training may have just as many benefits for the heart and circulatory system. Exercise – it will cure what ails you, or at least some of the most common ailments. Research… [Continue Reading]
Benefits of Exercise in Young Adulthood Last Until Middle Age
December 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A new long-term study followed more than 3000 individuals for over 20 years, and has shown that a high level of exercise during youth correlates with healthier weights later in life. Researchers note that there was no obvious difference in weight as an older adult between the groups with low levels of exercise as young… [Continue Reading]