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Centenarians a happy lot, survey says

(HealthDay)—Centenarians are more likely to be content with their lives than aging baby boomers are, and these oldest Americans tend to put more stock in healthy eating habits and exercise as keys to happiness, ...

Health created May 03, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Lose fat faster before breakfast

People can burn up to 20% more body fat by exercising in the morning on an empty stomach, according to new research from Northumbria University.

Health created Jan 24, 2013 | popularity 4 / 5 (3) | comments 2

Even women who exercise sit too much

(HealthDay)—For women who love that great, self-satisfied feeling after a workout, a new study could be a disappointing surprise. Regular exercise, the study found, does not reduce the risk of an otherwise ...

Health created Nov 30, 2012 | popularity 3 / 5 (4) | comments 1 | with audio podcast

Water aerobic just as good as on land, according to study

Biking, running and walking are all good for you. But the strain can be tough if you're overweight, have arthritis or suffer from other joint problems or injuries. What to do? Just add water.

Health created Oct 30, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Musical glove improves sensation, mobility for people with spinal cord injury

Georgia Tech researchers have created a wireless, musical glove that may improve sensation and motor skills for people with paralyzing spinal cord injury (SCI).

Neuroscience created Jul 17, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Exercise won't affect breast milk, baby's growth: study

(HealthDay) -- Breast-feeding mothers sometimes worry that exercise may affect their breast milk -- and ultimately their baby's growth. Now, researchers who re-evaluated the few published research studies ...

Pediatrics created Jun 22, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Exercise gives genes a workout, but can coffee do the same?

Have you ever wondered how you could get more out of your workouts? And have you ever wondered what actually happens to your muscles when you exercise?

Medical research created Apr 27, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Phelps using hyperbaric chamber to aid recovery

(AP) -- Michael Phelps is the latest athlete to use a hyperbaric chamber to aid his recovery from training.

Other created Feb 08, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 2

Skip the gym? You'll pay

If, in New Years past, a steadfast resolution to get your butt to the gym has resulted in your butt remaining steadfastly planted on your couch, it may be time to introduce your butt to hyperbolic discounting.

Health created Jan 06, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 3

NCAA mandatory sickle cell screening program not enough to save athletes' lives

In response to a lawsuit after a college football player died from complications due to sickle cell trait (SCT) during a workout, the NCAA implemented mandatory SCT screening of all Division I student-athletes.

Health created Dec 12, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Delayed onset muscle soreness a real pain after exercise

For the fitness-inclined, a hard workout can actually feel good: a chance to loosen up tight joints, sweat out the day’s stress and push through the burn of those last few reps.

Health created Oct 07, 2011 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Target heart rates should be recalculated, cardiologist says

Target heart rates for fitness and heart health need a change, says Ohio State University Medical Center cardiologist Martha Gulati.

Cardiology created Sep 26, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 2

Compression suits provide competitive advantage

To be the best, athletes are always searching for a competitive edge on and off the playing field. A new study by Professor of Kinesiology William Kraemer of the Neag School of Education shows that wearing ...

Other created Jun 27, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Memory training video games can increase brain power

(Medical Xpress) -- In a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Dr. Susanne Jaeggi from the University of Michigan looked at the use of specialized video games have t ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Jun 14, 2011 | popularity 2.6 / 5 (5) | comments 0 | with audio podcast report

New research: Post-exercise recovery advantages of lowfat chocolate milk

New research suggests an effective recovery drink may already be in your refrigerator: lowfat chocolate milk. Grabbing lowfat chocolate milk after a tough workout helped give both trained and amateur athletes a post-exercise ...

Health created Jun 02, 2011 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0


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