A study published in the International Journal of Sports Medicine has revealed that cancer survivors (CS) may gain significant benefits from undergoing physical activity (PA). However, the optimal dose of physical activity remains unclear due to a variety of reasons including types of cancer, illness stages and treatments, low cardiorespiratory fitness and physical inactivity. In line with this, a … Continue reading Research shows exercise helps keep cancer in remission
Tips for reducing your risk of breast cancer at any age
Aside from keeping us in good physical condition, a study has shown that regular exercise can help prevent breast cancer. However, the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) warns that even though exercise like brisk walking can help reduce the risk of breast cancer among women of all ages, only a handful of Americans are aware of this fact. … Continue reading Tips for reducing your risk of breast cancer at any age
Another reason to work out: Women who are physically fit in middle age reduce risk of dementia by 90%
Physical exercise takes hard work, but the results are worth it. Not only will it give you a fit physique, but it also helps prevent many health issues, including dementia. Now a recent study published in the medical journal Neurology focused on how physical fitness may protect middle-aged women against cognitive decline. The study, spearheaded by Helena Hörder, Ph.D., of the University of … Continue reading Another reason to work out: Women who are physically fit in middle age reduce risk of dementia by 90%
3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain
Source: 3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain by Dr. Edward Group There’s no question that exercise is one of the best ways to strengthen your body, improve flexibility, and boost your metabolism. It turns out that quite a bit of evidence supports the idea that exercise can help lower back pain, … Continue reading 3 Types of Exercise that are Great for Lower Back Pain
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