Physical Activity, Mindfulness To Boost Mental Health: Study
The findings suggest that mindfulness can help to unlock exercise by helping to motivate people to start in the first place, while overcoming minor pain, discomfort or feelings of failure when exercising gets hard.
Jan 03, 2024, 16:12 PM IST
Morning, Afternoon Exercise Linked With Lower Risk Of Type-2 Diabetes: Study
Researchers from Harvard University in the US analysed the relationship between morning, afternoon, or evening physical activity and consistency (routine) and risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Sep 21, 2023, 14:20 PM IST
Dancing Beyond Cardio: 5 Reasons Why Dance Enhances Physical Fitness And Mental Well-Being
Dancing transcends traditional cardio workouts, enhancing physical fitness and nurturing creativity, promoting both mental and physical well-being. Here are reasons why dancing can be more about just being a hobby and can even be a part of your daily workout regimen.
Sep 20, 2023, 16:05 PM IST
Weight Loss: Daily Physical Activity Between 7 and 9 AM Most Effective In Managing Obesity, Says Study
Despite conflicting epidemiological findings regarding the best timing of physical exercise for weight management, this study claims that daily moderate to vigorous physical activity in the morning hours seems to have the best impact on obesity management.
Sep 20, 2023, 10:34 AM IST
Regular Physical Exercise Can Help School Children Cope With Stress: Study
Regularly active children seem to have a reduced physiological stress reaction in general, reveals study.
Sep 07, 2023, 11:43 AM IST
Walking 25 Minutes Daily Enough To Reduce Physical Impact Of Bedrest On Older Hospital Patients: Study
For optimal improvements in physical function, around 50 minutes/day of slow walking or around 40 minutes of combined physical activities, such as 20 minutes of resistance bands with around 20 minutes of aerobic activity, are the most effective, the analysis indicates.
Aug 04, 2023, 14:33 PM IST
Around 5 Minutes Of Vigorous Activity Daily May Reduce Risk Of Cancer: Study
Carrying heavy shopping around the grocery store, bursts of power walking or playing high-energy games with the kids can have tremendous benefits for health.
Jul 28, 2023, 19:01 PM IST
Short Bursts Of Daily Activity Associated With Reduced Cancer Risk: Study
A researcher said, "upping the intensity of daily tasks for as little as four to five minutes a day, done in short bursts of around one minute each, is linked to an overall reduction in cancer risk by up to 18 percent, and up to 32 percent for cancer types linked to physical activity.”
Jul 28, 2023, 08:29 AM IST
Two Days Of Intense Exercise Has Same Heart Benefits As Regular Workouts: Study
The study found that interventions targeting cardiovascular health through physical activity may be effective even if concentrated within 1-2 days per week This finding is particularly relevant for individuals with time constraints.
Jul 21, 2023, 08:13 AM IST
Older Adults Who Are More Active Have A Better Quality Of Life: Study
Physical activity is known to lower your chance of developing a number of diseases, including heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer, especially when it is moderately intense and increases your heart rate.
Jul 05, 2023, 12:29 PM IST
Regular Exercise May Lower Risk Of Parkinson’s Disease In Women: Study
The study reveals women engaging in regular exercise and participating in sports may have about 25 percent lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
May 30, 2023, 22:10 PM IST
Junk Food, Alcohol In Nearby Places Can Affect People’s Mental Health: Study
The study reveals young people living in health-constraining environments areas with poor access to green spaces, and physical activity venues were more likely to experience poorer emotional and mental health.
May 11, 2023, 15:38 PM IST
Pre-Stroke Recovery: Physical Activity Is Utmost Essential, Reveals Study
This study reveals physical activity is essential for pre-stroke recovery, helping to reduce pain, improve mobility, and promote overall health. Read on.
May 08, 2023, 21:40 PM IST
COVID-19 Virus: Kids Who Were Physically Active Before The Pandemic Did Better During Lockdown, Says Study
Values learnt in sports helped children deal with challenges and losses and were able to face setbacks during lockdown, reveals a new study on kids. Here is everything you need to know about this study, read on
Mar 28, 2023, 21:05 PM IST
Physical Activity May Enhance Quality Life In Parkinson’s Disease Patient: Study
The study reveals that most types of exercise worked well for the participants compared to no physical exercise.
Mar 16, 2023, 20:03 PM IST
Mental Health: Physical Activity 1.5 Times More Effective Than Psychotherapy Or Depression Drugs, Claims Study
According to the World Health Organization, one in every eight people worldwide (970 million people) live with a mental disorder. Poor mental health costs the world economy approximately $2.5 trillion each year, a cost projected to rise to $6 trillion by 2030.
Feb 25, 2023, 11:52 AM IST
Men and women react differently to reduced physical activity and increased sugar. Here’s how
The results showed that only in men did the sedentary lifestyle and high sugar intake cause decreased insulin-stimulated leg blood flow and a drop in a protein called adropin, which regulates insulin sensitivity and is an important biomarker for cardiovascular disease.
Oct 30, 2022, 16:28 PM IST
How much time should you exercise, depending on your age? Know the answer!
Physical activity is important to keep ourselves healthy. The fitter we are, the better immunity we have - which is especially vital in the times of COVID-19 pandemic.
Jun 22, 2021, 15:28 PM IST
Insufficient physical activity makes 80% adolescents prone to heart diseases: WHO
The study, based on data from 1.6 million people in 146 countries, says that there is an urgent need to increase physical activity levels and recommends to spend time in active play, recreation and sports, domestic chores, walking and cycling or other types of active transportation. These improve cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness, bone and cardiometabolic health, and positive effects on weight.
Nov 22, 2019, 16:24 PM IST
