Exercise refers to physical activities that enhance or maintain physical fitness and overall health and wellness. It includes a wide range of activities such as walking, running, cycling, weightlifting, swimming, and yoga, among others. Regular exercise is crucial for building and maintaining healthy muscles, bones, and joints, supporting cardiovascular health, and enhancing respiratory function. It also contributes to mental health by reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, improving mood, and boosting overall cognitive function. Health professionals typically recommend regular exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle, which can prevent a variety of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, as well as improve longevity and quality of life.
New findings highlight PGC-1⍺ variants “b” and “c” as key to improving fat burning and energy metabolism during exercise, offering new avenues for obesity treatment….
Elite athletes often reduce dietary intake to enhance performance, particularly in endurance sports. However, this can significantly impair performance and health, as shown by a…
A new study suggests that engaging in light exercises like chair squats and calf raises during the evening can help extend sleep by up to…
High-intensity interval training enhances cognitive function in older adults for up to five years. Researchers from the University of Queensland have conducted a longitudinal study…
Evening physical activity improves glucose control in overweight individuals, suggesting exercise timing may be crucial for enhancing health outcomes. The results, obtained by a team…
Evening exercise is particularly effective at lowering blood sugar levels in sedentary adults with overweight or obesity, a study in Obesity finds. Moderate to vigorous…
Engaging in vigorous physical activity weekly can help lower the risk of dementia in those with high blood pressure, according to studies from Wake Forest…
A study reveals that maternal obesity in mice increases microRNA levels in the hypothalamus in offspring, leading to overeating. Maternal obesity impacts the eating behaviors…
According to new research, setting exercise goals based on steps or time is equally beneficial for health, suggesting that personal preference should guide the choice…
Enhanced neuron growth in the hippocampus, achieved through exercise or genetic methods, aids mice in forgetting strong, maladaptive memories, offering potential for new treatments for…
OHSU is part of an international clinical trial studying a potential treatment for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. People with a common heart condition demonstrated significantly improved oxygen…
A new study released to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Sir Roger Bannister’s sub-four-minute mile record has revealed that the first 200 runners who achieved…
Research challenges the common belief among athletes and physicians that high lactate levels are harmful. As a student competing in track and field at his…
Exercise can rejuvenate brain immune cells and reduce aging effects, highlighting the need for tailored exercise programs to support cognitive health. New research published today…
Prolonged physical activity in rats results in profound changes to RNA, proteins, and metabolites in nearly all tissues, providing clues to many human health conditions….
Women with obesity experienced improvements in body composition and cardiometabolic health. According to a recent study published in the journal PLOS ONE, integrating time-restricted eating…
A new study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology explores how wearing cosmetic foundation during aerobic exercise impacts skin and pores. The study included…
MoTrPAC examined the molecular effects of exercise on 2,600 volunteers, incorporating factors like age, race, and gender diversity. Building upon research in rats, MoTrPAC discovered…