A new study has found a strong correlation between high levels of physical activity and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, even among individuals with a high genetic predisposition for the condition. The research, involving 59,325 UK Biobank participants monitored via wrist accelerometers over a period of up to seven years, showed that one … Read more
Weighted vests have long been popular with athletes and celebrities such as David Beckham and former Hollyoaks star Gemma Atkinson. But interest in using them may have been piqued recently after Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg shared a sweaty selfie of himself wearing one on Instagram. Weighted vests usually weigh 5-20kg. They are typically worn to … Read more
A new review authored by three Canadian psychiatrists aims to help primary care physicians diagnose and manage depression in adolescents. Depression is common among Canadian teenagers and often goes unnoticed. Many family doctors report feeling unprepared to identify and manage depression in these patients. “Depression is an increasingly common but treatable condition among adolescents,” the … Read more
Fit&Well writer Harry Bullmore took a “light stroll” around a nature reserve near his home I’ve always thought that exercise should have a goal, a goal to achieve. This could be a certain number of repetitions, a timer to run out, or an intense walk to a specific place. But this is not soft hiking. … Read more
It is often considered basic or even taken for granted, but there are many benefits of walking. Making time for these steps each day can help you reach and maintain your weight goals, balance your mood, and promote a great night’s sleep. Don’t underestimate the power to walk because it provides an excellent foundation for … Read more
Photo credit: Courtesy of Tyler Schoeber Nearly every piece of home fitness equipment has a catch: They require a subscription to a paid app in order to use them to their fullest. It’s an added expense on top of already expensive equipment, and racking up that amount of money especially for multiple subscriptions can feel … Read more
Health By Melissa Rudy, Fox News June 4, 2023 | 6:49 A new study shows that any amount of regular exercise can help increase pain tolerance and prevent chronic disease. Shutterstock To the long list of benefits of physical activity,researchers just added one more thing: an increased ability to manage pain. A recent study published … Read more
Claire Zulkey, a 44-year-old freelance writer from the Chicago area, has a well-established morning routine: She takes her kids to school, turns the television into a favorite show, and moves in with a full-body workout. Once completed, Zulkey showers and gets to work. More from Fortuna: 5 Side Hustles You Can Make Over $20,000 A … Read more
In a recent study published in the journal Advances in cardiovascular diseaseresearchers explore whether exercise could be used to treat anxiety. Study: Is exercise a valid therapy for anxiety? Systematic review of recent literature and critical analysis. Image credit: GP PIXSTOCK/Shutterstock.com The mental health benefits of exercise Lifestyle psychiatry recognizes the impact of various health … Read more
Whether it’s riding a bike, playing the piano, or hitting a hole in one, there are just a few things you’ll never forget how to do. And the reason for this phenomenon is thanks to something called muscle memory. Muscle memory applies to a wide range of physical activities, from playing an instrument to playing … Read more
