Health
Be smart when working out in steamy summer weather
It's hot out there. If you're working out outdoors this summer, take precautions.
Jul 24, 2023
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News tagged with fitness levels
Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Does a woman's menstrual cycle affect her athletic performance? Here's what the science says
During the Women's FIFA World Cup, it has been wonderful to see the spotlight turn to female athletes.
Jul 24, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
7 benefits of regular physical activity
Whether you're a novice taking the first steps toward fitness or an exercise fanatic hoping to optimize your results, a well-rounded fitness training program is essential.
Apr 24, 2023
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Health
Being fit can partially offset negative impact of high blood pressure
High fitness levels may reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular disease in men with high blood pressure, according to a 29-year study published today (March 23) in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
Mar 23, 2023
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Health
Short bursts of physical activity during daily life may lower risk of premature death
Most of us know that regular exercise is important for our health and longevity. But with our busy schedules, many of us struggle to find the time to fit in a workout. Data from our latest study has shown that you don't need ...
Dec 17, 2022
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Medical research
Combined therapy for diabetes improves effect of insulin-alternative in mice
A research group at Nagoya University in Japan has discovered a new treatment for type 1 diabetes that uses leptin, a hormone secreted by fat cells. Treating mice models of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (a condition ...
Sep 14, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Moderate exercise improves immune response in breast cancer survivors
A new study in breast cancer survivors has found that chemotherapy, while a critical part of breast cancer therapy, may also have some lasting dampening effects on natural immunity, but moderate fitness improvements can offer ...
Apr 26, 2022
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Physical fitness linked to lower risk of Alzheimer's disease
People who are more physically fit are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than people who are less physically fit, according to a preliminary study released today, February 27, 2022, that will be presented at the ...
Feb 28, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
High-intensity interval training beneficial in prostate cancer
(HealthDay)—For men with low-risk to favorable intermediate-risk prostate cancer undergoing active surveillance, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) increases peak oxygen consumption and is associated with reduced prostate-specific ...
Aug 19, 2021
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Pediatrics
Kids' grip strength is improving, but other measures of muscle fitness are getting worse
Physical fitness in kids refers to their ability to perform physical activity. Their fitness level is not only important for success in sports and athletics, but also for good health.
Jul 27, 2021
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