Study Suggests Dance May Be As Effective As Other Forms of Exercise in Improving Mental Health
A new study suggests that dance may be as effective, if not more so, than other forms of physical activity in improving emotional well-being, depression, social cognition, and some aspects of memory. Lead author Dr. Alycia Fong Yan observed that dance can be a powerful form of exercise, essentially ‘exercise in disguise’. The study compared the psychological and cognitive health outcomes of structured dance classes with other physical activities, and found that dance class participants experienced similar or even superior improvements in quality of life, anxiety reduction, and depressive symptoms compared to other physical activity interventions.
Regular Exercise Linked to Reduced Risk of Multiple Cancers, Study Finds
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology has found that regular exercise can significantly reduce the risk of developing 13 different types of cancer. The research analyzed data from over 750,000 adults and found that those who engaged in regular physical activity had a lower risk of developing various cancers, including esophageal adenocarcinoma, liver cancer, lung cancer, kidney cancer, and myeloid leukemia. The lead author, Dr. Steven Moore, emphasized the importance of engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity each week to achieve these benefits. These findings add to the growing body of evidence supporting the role of regular exercise in reducing the risk of cancer, and underscore the importance of promoting and supporting regular physical activity at the population level.
Finding Solace in Somatic Therapy: A Story of Coping with Emotions
Discover the power of somatic therapy as a way to process and release overwhelming emotions. Follow one woman’s journey as she turns to the hotel pool to find solace and cope with the news of her sister’s illness through physical movement and exercise.
93-Year-Old Man Achieves Four World Titles in Indoor Rowing
A 93-year-old man has amazed the world with his exceptional fitness and health, achieving four world titles in indoor rowing and possessing the body of a person half his age. Richard Morgan, an Irish individual who only adopted a regular…
Major Motorway Closed After Cooking Oil Spill
Major motorway closed after cooking oil spill Authorities have closed a major motorway following a cooking oil spill, causing significant disruptions to traffic. The incident has led to a search for a missing 15-year-old and the naming of a suspect…
Wellness Trends for 2024
As 2023 came to a close, you couldn’t scroll through Instagram or TikTok without seeing one (or 10, for that matter) “ins” and “outs” list for 2024, and I loved it. To me, the idea of these lists is not…
10-Minute Exercise Routine to Lose Belly Fat
Are you struggling to find time to exercise but still want to lose belly fat? We have the perfect solution for you – a 10-minute exercise routine that targets your abdominal muscles and helps you shed that stubborn belly fat….
Regular Exercise Linked to Larger Brain Volume, Study Finds
Exercise has long been known to have numerous benefits for physical health, but a recent study suggests that it also plays a crucial role in maintaining brain health. The study, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, analyzed brain scans…
Benefits of Walking During Pregnancy
Walking during pregnancy can bring about a myriad of benefits for expecting mothers. Not only does it help decrease the risk of complications, but it also contributes to the overall health of pregnant women. Shazia Shadab, Lead Physiotherapist at Cloudnine…
Challenges and Recommendations for Exercising During Pregnancy
Exercising during pregnancy has many benefits, but unfortunately, not many women do it. Less than 30% of pregnant women worldwide meet physical activity recommendations, while in developed countries, 45% to 55% of those who aren’t pregnant exercise regularly. Physical exercise…