Articles for Tag: "exercise"

Can sitting for too long increase your risk for cancer? 
Can sitting for too long increase your risk for cancer?
Research shows that sitting for several hours every day could increase your risk for some types of cancers.
Infographic: Home maintenance as exercise 
Infographic: Home maintenance as exercise
Property upkeep is a cost-effective way of burning calories while getting household to-do’s done as well.
Staying active after 65 decreases heart attack risk 
Staying active after 65 decreases heart attack risk
Regular exercise such as walking for seniors plays a critical role in improving overall heart health.
Is your workout too wimpy? 
Is your workout too wimpy?
Studies show that people may be underestimating how much exercise leads to health benefits.
Exercise not bad on aging knees 
Exercise not bad on aging knees
New research debunks the myth that moderate physical activity can cause knee osteoarthritis for those 45 and older.
Fitness program key to greater mobility as we age 
Fitness program key to greater mobility as we age
A new study finds that regular exercise helps keep older adults independent and improves their quality of life.
How exercise during pregnancy can deter diabetes 
How exercise during pregnancy can deter diabetes
Pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes can reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.