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Coastal living boosts physical activity
People who live close to the coast are more likely to meet physical activity guidelines than inland dwellers, finds a new study released today.
Oct 9, 2014
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Contrary to popular belief, more exercise is not always better
There is strong epidemiological evidence of the importance of regular physical activity, such as brisk walking and jogging, in the management and rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease and in lowering the risk of death ...
Aug 12, 2014
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Many overestimate exercise intensity, study finds
Do you work out for health benefits and feel you are exercising more than enough? You might be among the many Canadians who overrate how hard they work out or underestimate what moderate intensity exercise means, according ...
Jun 16, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Most breast cancer patients may not be getting enough exercise
Physical activity after breast cancer diagnosis has been linked with prolonged survival and improved quality of life, but most participants in a large breast cancer study did not meet national physical activity guidelines ...
Jun 9, 2014
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The heath concerns in spending the day sitting
We know that being a couch potato may not be the picture of health. But it's allowed as long as we are physically active, right?
Mar 3, 2014
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Youth immigrating to Canada don't meet physical activity guidelines
Ethnicity and the time spent since immigrating may work together to determine whether or not youth will be physically active after moving to Canada.
Feb 26, 2014
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New guidelines double the dose for recommended physical activity in adults
(Medical Xpress)—New guidelines on physical activity that double the levels previously recommended are a "wake up call" for Australians, the lead author says.
Feb 17, 2014
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Sit less, move more: New physical activity guidelines
Australians should aim for around 60 minutes of physical activity per day, double the previous recommendation, according the new national physical activity guidelines, published today.
Feb 7, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Cancer risk lower in women adhering to cancer prevention guidelines
(Medical Xpress)—Postmenopausal women whose behaviors were consistent with the Nutrition and Physical Activity Cancer Prevention Guidelines put forth by the American Cancer Society (ACS) had lower risk for cancer incidence, ...
Jan 8, 2014
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Research suggests exercise reduces disease risk among Hispanic population
(Medical Xpress)—Over time, exposure to stress can cause wear and tear on the body. Referred to as allostatic load, this measure of stress exposure can indicate an increased risk for a number of chronic diseases such as ...
Dec 24, 2013
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