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Tag Archives: Exercise
Parkour, Older Adults and “Falling Better”
The acrobatic sport could be beneficial for people as they age
The sport and training method known as parkour is generally considered to be a young person’s endeavor. However, it is being touted as a new method to potentially teach older citizens how to fall “better” in order to prevent injuries … Continue reading
New Study Suggests Health Risks After Divorce, Separation Could Contribute to Early Death
Higher levels of smoking and less exercise among divorcees could lead to health issues
Prior research has suggested that divorce can negatively impact a person’s health, including higher risk for early death. A new study released by the University of Arizona appears to confirm this idea. The study suggests two possible health outcomes resulting … Continue reading
Exercising Regularly Throughout Our Lifetime Can Minimize Effects of Aging
A new study finds that regular exercise can keep us biologically young
A new study out of the United Kingdom finds that exercising regularly throughout one’s lifetime can potentially slow down the aging process. The study concludes that older adults who exercised for a majority of their lifetime had the same immunity, … Continue reading
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Tagged Aging, Cycling, Exercise, Health, Immune system, longevity, MCI, Muscle Health, Regular Exercise, Something special, Study, United Kingdom
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New Guidelines For Mild Cognitive Impairment Recommend Exercising Weekly
Exercising twice a week may improve memory and slow the onset of dementia
The American Academy of Neurology recently released a new set of guidelines related to mild cognitive impairment and how to mitigate its symptoms. The recommendations were published in the December 27 online issue of the AAN’s medical journal Neurology. Mild cognitive … Continue reading
Scientists Find a Link Between Walking Speed and Heart Disease
Your walking speed could predict whether you're at risk for cardiovascular disease
Are you a speed walker, or do you prefer to move at a more leisurely pace? Your answer could predict whether you’re at risk for developing heart disease later in life. A new study has found a link between average … Continue reading
New Study Suggests Low-Dose Aspirin Reduces Breast Cancer Risk
Study shows "baby" aspirin can reduce breast cancer risk by 20 percent
New research suggests that the risk for the most common type of breast cancer is reduced by 20 percent in women who take low-dose, or “baby” aspirin at least three times a week. A study published Monday in the journal … Continue reading
