Physical activity is a critical component of achieving a healthy pregnancy – with fewer complications and better physical and emotional wellness for the mother, and better outcomes for the baby – according to new national ...
Oct 19, 2018
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People are falling into a trap of greater inactivity during middle age, according to new research from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), which calls for its findings to be considered in ...
Aug 23, 2018
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To stay healthy and fit, older people have traditionally been advised to take up gentle activities, such as walking and tai chi. But it's time we added competitive sports to the mix.
Aug 20, 2018
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(HealthDay)—Rates of obesity and inactivity are higher among lesbian, gay, bisexual and questioning (LGBQ) youth than among their heterosexual peers, a new study reports.
Jul 30, 2018
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Older adults are more likely to stick with a group exercise program if they can do it with people their own age, a new University of British Columbia study has found.
Apr 27, 2018
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(HealthDay)—Planning a move in the future? You might want to make sure there are parks nearby.
Apr 2, 2018
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(HealthDay)—A lack of exercise puts kids at risk for very adult problems, like obesity and diabetes.
Jan 5, 2018
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Sitting is so culturally ingrained at work, at the wheel, in front of the TV and at the movies, it takes a great effort to imagine doing these things standing up, let alone pedalling as you work at a "bike desk".
Sep 19, 2017
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The United States earns failing grades when it comes to the number of people walking to work and school plus the number of walkable communities, finds a new national report.
Sep 15, 2017
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Frequent, long-term instruction in physical education not only helps adolescents be more fit but also equips them with knowledge about how regular physical activity relates to good health, research at Oregon State University ...
Apr 12, 2017
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