New research affirms that xercise adds years to your life and life to your years! Scientists crunched the numbers to come up with the single best predictor of how long you’ll live—and arrived at a surprisingly low-tech answer. (Photo: Photo: Andrea Piacquadio, Creative Commons)
How to prevent age-related muscle loss
It’s natural that we lose muscle tone as we pass our 40th birthday, but that’s no reason to succumb to our physiology. This Ohio State Medical Center article explains how to stay stronger longer. (Photo: Creative Commons)
‘I’m a doctor who prescribes walking to my patients’
An orthopedic surgeon counsels his patients that a sedentary lifestyle is not only the cause of everyday aches and pains, but also a cause of big health problems in old age. The cure? Move it. Walking helps. From GQ magazine.
The best 10 daily strength training exercises
You don’t need to join a fancy gym or expensive exercise equipment to build strength. You can do these 10 strength-training exercises without leaving home. Bustle magazine tells you how. (Photo: Creative Commons)
New exercise guidelines for a new year
The World Health Organization now recommends that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity weekly. New guidelines also include people living with chronic conditions and disabilities. Plain and simple, exercise helps us live longer and healthier. (Image: MattX27, Creative Commons)
Exercising can help reduce the Coronavirus risks
Pandemic fatigue is sweeping our nation as the Covid-19 crisis drags on, but that’s no reason to stop doing all you can to protect yourself. Good, regular exercise can boost your immune system and help you stay as healthy as possible. Even a moderate regimen, such as a regular brisk walk, can do a lot, […]
Summer’s a great time to get outside — and get moving!
The great outdoors beckons with warm weather and longer days. Make the most of the season by turning your tired indoor fitness routine into creative outdoor workouts wherever you live or vacation. WebMD has assembled some workout tips from exercise physiologists. What are you waiting for? (Photo: David Hudson, Creative Commons)
Doctors prescribing exercise for inactive kids
In the United States, only 1 in 4 children and youth gets recommended 60 minutes of physical activity per day. In response, the American Academy of Pediatrics released a clinical report urging pediatricians to issue prescriptions for physical activity to their patients. (Photo: Vinicius DePizzol, Creative Commons)
93 Research-proven benefits of exercise
Still not convinced to make regular exercise a priority? This article By Emma from HealthGrinder should erase all doubts. Exercise can give you a better sex life, improve your outlook, help you resist food cravings, help you live longer and stronger — to name just a few benefits. (Photo: Fit Approach, Creative Commons)
Exercise Can Keep Aging Bodies Young
Remaining physically active as we grow older could help to keep our muscles and immune systems robust, according to two inspiring new studies of older recreational cyclists. The New York Times reports that immune systems and muscles especially benefit. (Photo: David Hudson, Creative Commons)