Exercise
Exercising in nature is better for you than working out at the gym
Exercising in nature is better for you than working out at the gym Exercising in nature has been shown to have significant mental and physical benefits compared to exercising at the gym or indoors, including improved mood, reduced stress levels, and increased heart rate variability. The study found that participants who exercised in nature reported […]
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What causes muscle cramps during exercise? Athletes and coaches may want to look at the playing surface
What causes muscle cramps during exercise? Athletes and coaches may want to look at the playing surface Exercise-associated muscle cramps (EAMCs) are a common issue for athletes, but traditional explanations like dehydration or electrolyte imbalances have limitations. A growing body of research suggests that playing surfaces can contribute to EAMCs by altering neuromuscular fatigue and […]
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Physical activity may help slow cognitive decline
Physical activity may help slow cognitive decline Physical activity has been found to slow cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Georgia. The study analyzed data from over 13,000 survey respondents and found that sustained physical activity was associated with delayed cognitive decline, particularly when it […]
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Too much sitting increases risk of future health problems in chest pain patients – new research
Too much sitting increases risk of future health problems in chest pain patients – new research A new study found that patients hospitalized with chest pain who spend more time sedentary after discharge are at a higher risk for future heart problems and death within a year. Patients who averaged over 15 hours of sedentary […]
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