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06/06/2020 / By Franz Walker

Coronavirus lockdowns worsen childhood obesity, studies say

The lockdown measures implemented to slow the spread of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) are worsening child obesity due to decreased physical activity and poorer diets. U.S. researchers have found that obese children in Italy participated in less physical activity while eating more junk food and watching more TV while social distancing measures to stop COVID-19 were […]

05/25/2020 / By Zoey Sky

No more excuses: Even short bursts of exercise offer many health benefits, researchers advise

Not everyone likes to exercise, but studies have proven time and again that regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining your overall health. If you hate going to the gym but want to keep fit, you may finally have a reason to rejoice. According to updated federal physical activity guidelines, short bursts of exercise can also offer […]

03/10/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

Timing is everything: Habitual exercise may be the key to successful weight loss

Humans are creatures of habit. For instance, a person who frequents the gym at the same time every day eventually sets that specific schedule as his workout time, whether he’s an early bird or a night owl. People’s work schedules and overall chronobiology usually dictate when they decide to do their exercise. Now, recent research […]

01/01/2020 / By Zoey Sky

On your feet, couch potato: Stand or exercise during commercials to decrease sedentary time

Online streaming services have made it easier to binge-watch full seasons of episodic shows and countless movies, but they have also been contributing to unhealthy lifestyle habits. A recent study reveals that sitting too long while watching a show or movie can increase your risk of conditions linked to inactivity, such as obesity and heart […]

10/16/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Start your morning with a great workout – your brain will thank you for it

A healthy body and a healthy mind often go hand in hand. New research suggests that older adults can maintain good brain health by exercising early in the day. This study, published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, found that morning exercises mitigate the impact of prolonged sitting on brain blood flow in overweight or obese older […]

08/17/2019 / By Vicki Batts

We need this in America: Machine hands out free subway tickets to anyone willing to perform 30 squats

Americans need to be more active, there’s no doubt about that. Survey data suggests that nearly one-third of the United States population is leading a sedentary lifestyle. Both adults and children suffer from inactivity. Combine this with an average diet of added sugars, refined grains, trans fats and too many calories, and you’ve got a […]

08/11/2019 / By Zoey Sky

A few minutes of resistance training is all you need to lower your risk of CVD and diabetes

Physical exercise is necessary for your overall health. According to a study, regular resistance training helps lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). A related study also suggests that having moderate muscle strength lowers Type 2 diabetes risk. The two studies evaluated data from the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study conducted at the Cooper Clinic in […]

07/31/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Inactive adults have an increased risk of early death, stroke, and heart attack

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines physical activity as any movement performed by the muscles of the body that requires expending energy. These activities could either be for fun, for work, or for recreational purposes. While some people use the term physical activity interchangeably with exercise, the latter is considered a subcategory of physical activity and is more associated […]

07/29/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

HIIT that belly: High intensity workouts reduce belly fat faster than continuous exercise

High-intensity interval training or HIIT is one of the most popular ways to burn fat. It involves intense bursts of activity and short recovery periods. A recent study found that this form of exercise is an effective way to reduce belly fat, much more so than moderate-intensity exercise. The researchers of the study are the […]

07/06/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Is faster better? How short, intense workouts can help you lose weight quickly

Do you feel like your exercise routine isn’t helping you lose weight? Try high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and sprint interval training. These two short, intense exercises can help you lose weight faster than continuous moderate exercises, according to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. For the study, researchers from the Federal […]

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