Newswise Feature Channel: Exercise and Fitness

Improving Health in Rural Areas Takes Community

University of Georgia — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 10:10:23 EST

Involving local leaders and churches could make all the difference in rural communities in diabetes prevention, according to a recent study from the University of Georgia.

Celebrating the Holiday Season

George Washington University — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:00:51 EST

Low on Energy? Expert Recommends a Natural Boost Over Caffeine

Virginia Tech — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:55:24 EST

Pounding energy drinks and scheduling extra coffee stops in your day may do you more harm than good. Kristen Chang, assistant director of the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics program, offers natural approaches to boost your energy levels this time of year.

Truck Drivers Need Tailored Health Supports to Keep on Truckin'

University of South Australia — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:40:51 EST

It might seem out of place on the side of a highway, but purpose-built exercise equipment installed at truck stops across Australia could be just the thing to encourage truck drivers to take a break and take control of their health and wellbeing.

Home and Neighborhood Environments Impact Sedentary Behavior in Teens Globally

University of California San Diego — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:45:29 EST

Adolescents worldwide are spending an average of 8 to 10 hours per day engaging in sedentary activities such as watching television, using electronic devices, playing video games and riding in motorized vehicles, according to a multinational study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity.

Nerve Damage Reduced in Prediabetic Mice with Diet, Exercise

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:05:30 EST

A low calorie diet and high intensity exercise can reduce nerve damage in prediabetic mice, according to a Michigan Medicine study. Researchers say findings reinforce the potential of lifestyle factors to treat peripheral neuropathy, a prevalent and painful complication of obesity, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.

Hot Water Immersion Better than Cold to Maintain Exercise Performance

American Physiological Society (APS) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 EST

Soaking in a hot tub may be preferable to an icy cold bath after exercise if the goal is to maintain optimum performance, according to a new study. This is especially true for those competing in back-to-back races in a short time span. The research will be presented at the 2024 Integrative Physiology of Exercise conference, Nov. 20-22, in State College, Pennsylvania.

Females Heal More Quickly than Males after Muscle Injuries

American Physiological Society (APS) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 EST

Females may begin to recover twice as fast as males when it comes to muscle injuries, according to a new study in mice. The findings support the idea of forming individualized treatment plans based on a person's biological sex. The research will be presented at the 2024 Integrative Physiology of Exercise conference, Nov. 20-22, in State College, Pennsylvania.

Kettlebell Training May Help Maintain Muscle Strength in Older Adults

American Physiological Society (APS) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 EST

Kettlebell training may help reduce inflammation and increase muscle strength as we age, even in people who have not been physically active in the past. The findings from a new study will be presented at the 2024 Integrative Physiology of Exercise conference, Nov. 20-22, in State College, Pennsylvania.

Consortium for Health and Military Performance to Develop Holistic Health Approach Program for U.S. Space Force

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:05:47 EST

The Uniformed Services University's (USU) Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP) is creating a comprehensive holistic health approach program tailored for the U.S. Space Force.

Pre-Workout Beetroot Juice Improves Fitness Gains in Late Postmenopausal Women

American Physiological Society (APS) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 15:00:50 EST

Drinking beetroot juice before a workout could enhance the benefits of exercise training in postmenopausal women, according to new research published in the American Journal of Physiology-Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology.

Can Podcasts Create Healthier Habits?

University of South Australia — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:30:29 EST

Whether it's ABC Listen's Health Report or Mamamia's But Are You Happy, podcasts have fast become a part of our everyday media consumption. In fact, the average person spends more than five hours a week listening to them. But could listening to podcasts lead to healthier habits?

Is Weight Loss Surgery right for me?

Hackensack Meridian Health — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:20:00 EST

As year-end insurance deductibles are met and plans are made for a healthy start to the new year, many people choose to have elective health procedures such as bariatric surgery around this time. If considering this type of weight loss surgery, what should you keep in mind? A Hackensack Meridian Health expert shares some tips.

New Study Finds Obesity Can Be Prevented in Very Young Children

University of North Carolina School of Medicine — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:00:52 EST

A large study co-led by Kori Flower, MD, MS, MPH, division chief of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine demonstrates that combining text messaging with in-person clinic counseling reduces obesity in the first two years of life.

Prolonged Sitting Can Sabotage Health, Even if You're Young and Active

University of Colorado Boulder — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 14:55:10 EST

A new study of 1,000 adults found that meeting minimum physical activity guidelines isn't enough to counteract the health hazards of prolonged sitting.

Research Shows Cleveland Clinic's Therapeutic Virtual Yoga Program Can Be Effective for Chronic Low Back Pain

Cleveland Clinic — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:00:00 EST

Cleveland Clinic researchers found that a 12-week therapeutic virtual yoga program for chronic low back pain can be a feasible, safe and effective treatment option. The findings are published in JAMA Network Open.

VA and DoD Publish Revised Headache Treatment Advice to Include Recently Approved Therapeutics

American College of Physicians (ACP) — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:00:00 EST

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) have updated their clinical practice guidelines for the management of headache to include several treatments recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Sweet Temptations: Expert Advice for Mindful Holiday Eating

Virginia Tech — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 11:50:07 EST

Halloween candy is everywhere. If you have kids in your home, the amount of candy around you may double or triple by Halloween night, and that's not counting the bowl that made its way into your office -- for guests, of course. This is only the beginning of candy season: we see you, Christmas and Valentine's Day. How do you make sure you're not mindlessly filling up on all the extra sweet treats? Samantha Harden, associate professor and exercise specialist in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech, encourages us to enjoy the flavors of the season while remaining mindful and prioritizing movement.

Study Finds Intense Exercise May Suppress Appetite in Healthy Humans

Endocrine Society — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 09:00:00 EST

A vigorous workout does more to suppress hunger levels in healthy adults than does moderate exercise, and females may be especially susceptible to this response, according to a small study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.

Live Well, Think Well: Research Shows Healthy Habits Tied to Brain Health

American Academy of Neurology (AAN) — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:00:00 EST

In middle-aged people, having risk factors like blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol that are not well-controlled combined with not following certain healthy habits including exercise, diet and sleep, are linked to a higher risk of stroke, dementia or depression later in life, according to a study published in the October 23, 2024, online issue of Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.