Strength Training Linked to Longer Life and Lower Heart Disease Risk in Women, Study Finds
A new study has found that women who engage in strength training exercises two to three days a week are more likely to live longer and have a lower risk of death from heart disease. The study, which included 400,000 people, revealed that only 1 in 5 women did regular weight training, but those who did experienced significant benefits, including a 30% reduction in cardiovascular mortality. The research, published in The Journal of the American College of Cardiology, also evaluated the differences in the effects of exercise between men and women, showing that women require less exercise than men to achieve similar gains in longevity.
Exercise Can Boost Creativity and Focus
Discover how a short bout of exercise can boost your creativity and focus, even if you’re not really into it. Experts explain why movement, not fitness, is the key to shaking loose your best ideas and solutions. Learn how aerobic activity can trigger structural changes in the brain that benefit cognition and creativity, and why divergent thinking seems to be most encouraged by physical activity.
Leisure-Time Physical Activity Beneficial for Stroke Prevention, Study Finds
A recent review published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry found that leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) can significantly reduce the risk of stroke. The study analyzed prospective cohort studies and identified three to five levels of LTPA that showed a reduction in stroke risk compared to no LTPA. The authors emphasized the importance of promoting physical activity to combat a sedentary lifestyle and encouraged individuals to strive for the best level of LTPA achievable based on their capabilities.
3,600 Steps a Day May Slash Heart Failure Risk
A recent study published in JAMA Cardiology found that women aged 60 and above can decrease their risk of heart failure by approximately 25 percent by walking 3,600 steps per day, equivalent to a little over 1.5 miles. Men, however, may need to take a few more steps to achieve the same benefit. The research emphasizes the significance of physical activity in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and its impact on heart health.
Study Suggests Women May Benefit More from Exercise than Men
A new study suggests that women may benefit more from exercise than men, with just one weekly strength training session for women equaling three for men in terms of longevity benefits. The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found that women can reap the benefits of working out more than men due to physiological differences. The findings were based on the analysis of self-reported exercise behavior from 400,000 U.S. adults spanning from 1997 to 2017.
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.
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…
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…
Exercise Boosts Learning and Motor Memory
Exercise Boosts Learning and Motor Memory Physical activity has been found to enhance the ability to learn and remember motor skills, according to a recent study. The research, which involved 67 young men, explored the impact of exercise before and…
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Encourages Winter Outdoor Activities for Physical and Mental Well-being
As winter settles in the Simcoe Muskoka District, the local Health Unit is advocating for residents to not only safeguard themselves against the cold but also to embrace the season by participating in outdoor activities. The initiative aims to promote…