Physical Wellness
Cardiovascular fitness reduces mortality and the incidence of diseases by nearly 20%
New groundbreaking research from the University of South Australia highlights the profound impact of regular exercise, such as running, cycling, or swimming, on extending one's lifespan and promoting overall health.…
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Exercise and Nutritional Support May Help Reduce Care Dependency in Dementia
A simple combination of daily physical exercise and protein-rich nutritional drinks may offer meaningful health…
Science Reveals Why Full Doesn’t Mean Finished When It Comes to Food
Research carried out at the University of East Anglia (UEA) offers a compelling explanation for…
Fibre-Rich Diet Tied to Better Heart Health for People Working Night Shifts
People who work night shifts face a higher risk of developing coronary artery disease, one…
New study reveals staffing levels in care homes may help prevent harmful falls
A new study has found that nursing homes with higher staffing levels tend to report…
Physical Wellness
Research Identifies Exercise Types That Target Body Fat in Older Adults
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) may be the most effective form of exercise for reducing body fat while preserving muscle mass…
Safety Concerns: Blood Flow Restriction Cuffs and Falls in Older Adults
New research from Murdoch University’s School of Allied Health, conducted in collaboration with the Health Futures Institute, has found that…
Total daily step count plays a greater role in supporting healthy ageing in older women than stepping frequency
New research suggests that taking at least 4000 steps on just one or two days each week is linked with…
Amino acid supplement could help older adults get more out of their exercise routine
Feeling drained can make even light exercise feel daunting, and this tendency becomes more noticeable as people grow older. The…
Short, Frequent Exercise Sessions Could Improve Fitness in Sedentary Adults
A new analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine suggests that “exercise snacks” — short bursts of physical…
Research links physical activity to lower rates of depression and insomnia in ageing smokers
Regular weekly exercise may help smokers over the age of 40 lower their risks of depression and sleep disturbances, bringing…
Stride into Digital Incentives
Walking is universally acknowledged as a simple yet powerful form of physical activity, offering extensive health benefits ranging from improved…
Muscle Damage After Exercise: Comparable or Reduced in Older Adults Versus Young Adults
A new study has upended the longstanding belief that ageing muscles are more prone to soreness and damage following exercise.…