Articles tagged with Physical Exercise
Researchers found that six months of aerobic exercise improved executive function and verbal fluency by 5.7% and 2.4%, respectively. Blood flow to the brain increased significantly with exercise, associated with modest but significant improvements in thinking abilities.
People with ACL injuries can lose up to 40% of muscle strength due to muscle atrophy. A new University of Michigan study found that adding eccentric exercises to physical therapy can increase muscle volume and improve outcomes.
Researchers provide guidance on resuming intense exercise training after COVID-19 infection, emphasizing the importance of gradual progression and medical clearance. Athletes and highly active individuals can follow these recommendations to minimize risk of cardiac complications and return to sports safely.
A study of nearly 200,000 Medicare patients found that starting pulmonary rehabilitation within 90 days of COPD hospitalization significantly improves one-year survival. Pulmonary rehabilitation combines exercise training and self-management education.
Researchers found that consuming potato protein isolate increased the rate at which muscles made new protein in young women, highlighting its potential as a plant-based alternative for supporting muscle maintenance. The study suggests that current dietary recommendations may be inadequate to support muscle growth and development.
A recent UBC Okanagan study shows that progressive-resistance exercises can be effective in altering the path to frailty. Seniors who participated in a 12-week free weight exercise program improved their muscle performance and became less frail, without injury.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have identified key neurological modifications following sustained exercise, leading to improved learning for motor-skill acquisition. Exercise has been shown to promote neurotransmitter switching, which enhances motor coordination and skill learning.
A new Northwestern Medicine study found that strenuous exercise does not increase the risk of developing knee osteoarthritis and may even protect against it. Adults at high risk for knee OA were 30% less likely to develop OA through vigorous physical activity participation.
A study by Rutgers professor and medical student found that combining meditation with aerobic exercise reduces stress and rumination while enhancing the quality of life for medical students. The intervention, MAP Train My Brain, was developed by Shors and has shown positive outcomes in reducing stress and improving overall health.
A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings found that incorporating cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) into traditional risk factor assessments improves mortality risk prediction accuracy. CRF was strongly associated with a lower risk of mortality, particularly when combined with age, sex, blood pressure, cholesterol, and smoking.
A one-hour exercise increasing feelings of social belonging in college students appears to significantly improve their lives and careers up to eleven years later. The study found that targeted psychological intervention can be an important tool to interrupt generational sociocultural disadvantages.
A college social belonging exercise has long-term benefits for black students' career satisfaction, well-being, and community involvement. The intervention helped students understand that worries about belonging are common and can be addressed through support from professors and friends.
Research reveals women's smaller airways require more work to breathe, unlike men, who have larger airways that reduce resistance. This finding may contribute to differences in asthma and COPD experiences between sexes.
A study published in Science Advances found that exercise during pregnancy stimulates the production of brown adipose tissue in fetuses, leading to improved metabolic health and reduced obesity. The findings suggest that physically fit women exercising during pregnancy may be setting their children up for better fitness too.
Research suggests exercise can prevent or reduce severity of ARDS, a major cause of death in COVID-19 patients. Regular physical activity increases production of antioxidant EcSOD, which may provide protection against severe respiratory disease.
The American Thoracic Society recommends LABA/LAMA combination therapy for COPD patients experiencing dyspnea or exercise intolerance. This guideline also suggests considering triple therapy and withdrawing inhaled corticosteroids if no exacerbations occur.
A new study found that exercise can prevent the development of liver cancer in obese mice with fatty liver disease. The research suggests that voluntary exercise exerts its protective effects via molecular signaling pathways, including tumor suppressor gene p53 and stress-activated protein kinase JNK1.
A Stanford study found that exercise restores youthful properties to muscle stem cells of old mice, improving their repair capabilities. The researchers identified a molecular pathway involved in this process and suggest that drugs targeting this pathway could be an effective substitute for exercise.
A recent study published in Cardiovascular Research found that exercise has a profound impact on metabolism, leading to dramatic changes in metabolites related to energy production and waste elimination. The research also identified a specific metabolite called DMGV that may predict who does not benefit from exercise.
A new study published by Oxford University Press USA found that mat Pilates training significantly reduces arterial stiffness and blood pressure in young obese women with elevated blood pressure. The study, which included 12 weeks of mat Pilates training, also found a decrease in body fatness.
A new study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society found that people with very poor fitness at the beginning of a behavioral weight loss program lose less weight in the long term. Adults with poor or better fitness lost nearly twice as much weight over 18 months compared to those with very poor fitness.
A study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society found that exercising women with menstrual disorders can start menstruating again by consuming an additional 300-400 calories a day. This strategy is easy to implement with the help of a nutritionist and avoids complications from drug therapy.
Researchers found that exercise only improves muscle strength when specific muscle cells age, report Hokkaido University scientists. A cell-aging drug combined with exercise restored FAP aging and improved muscle function and regeneration in mice with chronic inflammatory myopathy.
Patients with type 2 diabetes who underwent supervised exercise training showed significantly improved heart function and increased cardiovascular fitness compared to those on a low-energy diet. A low-energy diet, however, led to favourable effects on the structure of the heart and reversal of diabetes in 83% of participants.
Researchers at Kaunas University of Technology designed a set of stabilisation exercises aimed at strengthening muscles supporting the spine. The program was tested on 70 volunteers and found to eliminate lower back pain for 12 weeks, 3 times longer than usual muscle strengthening exercise programs.
The updated guidelines recommend avoiding prolonged overhydration during exercise and encouraging individuals to drink according to their thirst. This approach aims to prevent exercise-associated hyponatremia (EAH) and its potential life-threatening outcomes.
A recent experiment published in Frontiers in Psychology found that following a motivational Instagram account increased participants' enjoyment of exercise. The researchers tested how social media can help with training and found that targeted motivation via Instagram postings had a significant positive effect, relying on scientific p...
Researchers discovered that competing against an idealised avatar negatively impacts physical performance, whereas a realistic avatar increases motivation and improves outcomes. The study suggests that exergame designers should use realistic avatar customisation to enhance player experience and performance.
Researchers discovered that bones change shape in response to forces, curving to prevent fractures. The study used computational methods to monitor shape changes over an extended period, finding that the curving process needs to be highly targeted and can lead to a built-in warning mechanism.
A study led by James Cook University found that supervised exercise sessions can reduce the negative side effects of Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) in prostate cancer patients. The research showed sustained benefits in cardiovascular risk profile and quality of life, but not in cardiopulmonary fitness and fatigue.
A study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that women with heart disease often face barriers to cardiac rehabilitation due to lack of time, social support and transportation issues. The authors identified ways to modernize cardiac rehabilitation by offering enjoyable physical activities, flexible class tim...
A preliminary study found that people who engage in regular physical activity have bigger brains than their inactive peers. The results showed that those who were most active had larger total brain volume, equivalent to nearly four years of brain aging slower, compared to the inactive group.
A new mobile app has been shown to reduce osteoarthritis pain and improve physical function in patients by an average of 43% over six months. The study, published in PLOS ONE, used a mobile app to track daily exercises and provide information on the disease, with results exceeding expectations.
A new study has found that music therapy sessions have a positive effect on the neurorehabilitation of acute stroke patients. The research, conducted at Anglia Ruskin University, showed that NMT helped improve mood regulation, concentration, and brain function through neural reorganisation.
A preliminary study found that Rock Steady Boxing participants reported significant improvements in quality of life areas, including depression, fatigue, and fear of falling. The program also boosted confidence in exercising, with current participants scoring better on standardized scales than non-participants.
A recent study by Flinders University found that exposure to #fitspiration images increases negative mood and body dissatisfaction among young women. In contrast, exercise behavior was not significantly affected by viewing these images.
A UBCO professor has developed an online platform to help people living with spinal cord injury lead a more active life. The new guideline provides clear and accessible information on the amount and type of activity needed to achieve health benefits, helping to overcome a major barrier to physical activity.
Researchers have developed a system that uses virtual reality and 3D motion capture to provide guidance for physiotherapy exercises. The study found that participants could accurately follow the movements of a virtual avatar when it was accompanied by realistic footstep sounds, but struggled with visual information alone.
Researchers identified a genetic mutation affecting cellular oxygen sensing and a patient's limited exercise capacity. The von Hippel-Lindau gene is fundamental for cells to survive in low-oxygen conditions, and its impaired functionality limits the patient's exercise capacity compared to those without the mutation.
A study using motion capture technology assessed the benefits of an exercise programme designed to reduce falls in older people. The programme aimed to build strength and increase mobility, resulting in improved joint angles and reduced fall risk. Participants showed increased confidence and ability to perform physical activities.
Researchers evaluated aorta dimensions in older competitive runners and rowers to examine the association between long-term endurance exercise and aorta enlargement. The study found a significant positive correlation between years of endurance exercise and aortic diameter.
For most people, moderate to vigorous physical activity is beneficial to overall cardiovascular health. However, intense exercise programs like marathons and triathlons can raise the risk of sudden cardiac arrest, atrial fibrillation, or heart attacks, particularly in inactive individuals with known or undiagnosed heart disease.
People with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease showed significant improvements in speech, handwriting, and motor skills after playing pingpong once a week for six months. The study found that participants experienced reductions in symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and balance problems.
A new meta-analysis found that tart cherry concentrate significantly improved endurance exercise performance when consumed for seven days to 1.5 hours before cycling, swimming or running. The study pooled results from 10 previously published studies and concluded that tart cherries improved performance in endurance-trained individuals.
Research by University of Kent found that moderate intensity exercise, such as brisk walking or cycling, significantly benefits long-term memory performance. The study suggests that moderate exercise is a more effective approach than highly strenuous exercise for improving memory.
A new study by the University of Waterloo found that hormonal changes around puberty cause sex differences in airway size, which can impact exercise performance and the development of respiratory diseases like COPD and asthma. Larger airways in males generally led to better breathing efficiency compared to females.
Researchers found that green tea extract and exercise reduced fatty liver deposits by 75% in mice fed a high-fat diet, suggesting a potential health strategy for people. The study also showed increased gene expression related to energy metabolism in mice treated with both green tea extract and exercise.
A recent Brigham Young University study found that even exceeding the recommended 10,000 steps per day did not prevent weight gain in college freshmen. Despite increased physical activity, participants gained an average of 1.5 kg over the six-month period.
Preliminary research found that regularly golfing can lower the risk of death among older adults. Golfing was associated with a significantly lower rate of death compared to non-golfers, likely due to its benefits such as stress reduction and regular exercise.
A long-term study of 200,000 long-distance skiers found they were almost 30% less likely to develop Parkinson's disease. This 'motor reserve' dissipates with time and age.
Research from Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg found that integrating high-intensity interval training (HIIT) into standard physical education improved children's health within a short period of time. HIIT alternates intense exercise with recovery periods, effectively motivating children to exercise.
A study published in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics found that individuals with eating disorders use exercise as a coping mechanism for depressive mood and negative thoughts. Exercise can temporarily improve their mood, but this effect is short-lived, leading to a vicious cycle of increased exercise.
Regular aerobic exercise training improves brain glucose metabolism and higher-order thinking abilities, including executive function. The study suggests that exercise can potentially enhance brain and cognitive functions that are sensitive to Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers found that physical activity was a protective factor against diet lapses in a real-world environment study. Exercise reduced the risk of overeating by more than half when participants engaged in 60 minutes of physical activity, compared to those who didn't exercise.
Shift workers are at a higher risk of developing metabolic syndrome, heart disease and type 2 diabetes due to disrupted circadian rhythms. Employers and workers can take steps to mitigate these risks, including establishing consistent sleep schedules, controlling light exposure and promoting healthy nutrition and exercise.
A new study found that listening to high-tempo music while exercising increases physical fitness benefits and reduces perceived exertion, especially during endurance activities like walking. The researchers hope their findings can help people improve and increase exercise habits.
A study published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science found that a program combining horseback riding and cognitive training improved motor skills, behavior, and academic performance in children with neurodevelopmental disorders. The program showed promise for improving the lives of young people with ADHD and autism spectrum disorder.
A new study found that low-intensity exercise activates brain networks involved in cognitive control and attention processing, while high-intensity exercise primarily affects emotion processing. The results suggest a potential therapeutic strategy for neurological and psychiatric disorders.
A new study found that a single bout of intense cardiovascular exercise can improve video game performance. The research, led by Dr. Marc Roig, challenged the idea that video gaming and physical activity are antagonistic activities. Exercise was shown to benefit players regardless of their fitness level or emotional response.
A new study found that highly active adults engage in a greater variety of physical activities, with walking being the most common type of exercise. The research suggests that mixing up your workouts can be beneficial for meeting exercise guidelines.