High rates of depression and anxiety reported by adolescent athletes whose sports were canceled during the COVID-19 pandemic improved significantly a year later when they were able to resume playing sports, according to new ...
Oct 7, 2022
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Boys involved in team sports during the COVID-19 pandemic have reported better general, physical and mental health than girls who also played sports, according to new research by Flinders University.
Oct 4, 2022
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A new school year presents the opportunity for many students to start a new physical activity or get back into playing their favorite sport, but it's important for parents to understand the safest way for their young athletes ...
Aug 4, 2022
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Researchers have identified a gene that promotes muscle strength when switched on by physical activity, unlocking the potential for the development of therapeutic treatments to mimic some of the benefits of working out.
Jul 25, 2022
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I enjoy an active lifestyle, from gardening to playing golf, cross-country skiing and participating in water fitness. I also walk daily. My knees have begun to bother me, and I am noticing some other aches ...
Jul 6, 2022
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The gym closures, social distancing mandates and other COVID-19 mitigation policies in the U.S. negatively affected the mental health and well-being of some people with disabilities by significantly curtailing their ability ...
Jun 20, 2022
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You have the power to reduce your risk for cancer. With a few lifestyle changes and perseverance, you can be well on your way to a healthier you.
Jun 7, 2022
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A large-scale study of U.S. children and adolescents has found that participation in a team sport is associated with fewer mental health difficulties, but that kids who are exclusively involved in an individual sport—such ...
Jun 1, 2022
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Children and young adults experienced a decline in cardiopulmonary exercise performance during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study by researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). The study, published ...
May 6, 2022
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DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I love being active, playing tennis, bowling, hiking and shooting hoops with my grandkids. I have arthritis in my ankle and wonder if wearing a brace would prevent injury and maybe even relieve the aches ...
May 3, 2022
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