Tag: physical exercise
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 benefits for people…
Researchers Find Physical Activity May Restore Brain Health
Caring for the brain is a lifelong process, and new research from the AdventHealth Research Institute offers encouraging…
Maintaining Heart Health for Older Male Sportsmen
Veteran male endurance athletes who have spent many years training at high intensity may face a higher risk…
Keep moving, live longer: Light activity associated with improved survival in diabetes, heart and kidney disease
Light-intensity activities such as walking, gardening or household chores were associated with a lower risk of death among…
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…
Ongoing Physical Activity Helps Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
A recent Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a significantly lower prevalence…
Exercise as a potential intervention for age-related mobility decline
A surge of brain chemicals triggered by running may improve coordination and speed in both younger and older…
Exercising in polluted air may not deliver full health rewards
Long-term exposure to toxic air can significantly weaken the health benefits typically gained from regular exercise, according to…
Tai chi matches therapy in chronic insomnia care
Tai chi, a gentle form of mind–body exercise widely practised within Chinese communities, appears to offer benefits comparable…
Research in the Chinese Medical Journal links regular exercise to healthier vascular ageing and extended vitality
The rapid growth of the global ageing population has intensified the burden of age-related diseases on public health…
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…
Enhancing Longevity Through Improved Hand Dexterity
Among older adults, the decline in lower limb strength—necessary for walking, standing, and maintaining balance—has long been recognised…