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How low can you go (and still build muscle)? Why strength training matters at any age
Getting out of a chair shouldn't be a struggle. Yet for many older adults, simple everyday movements like this become increasingly difficult as our muscles break down and weaken with age, a process called sarcopenia. The ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Few women meet aerobic, muscle-strengthening activity recommendation
About one-quarter of women report leisure-time activity meeting recommendations for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening physical activity, according to research published in the Dec. 18 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Why functional bra support is essential in the British armed forces
A new study from the University of Portsmouth's Research Group in Breast Health (RGBH), in collaboration with and funded by the Army Recruit Health and Performance Research Team, is the first to systematically evaluate and ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Three common injuries skiers should watch out for this season
Ski season is well underway, and those in search of Alpine air and exhilaration will be taking to the slopes. But while skiing is a pastime many enjoy, it's also fraught with injury.
Jan 5, 2026
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Weight gain steadily increases risk for low back pain, study finds
Low back pain (LBP) is a prevalent condition associated with disability, work loss and economic burden to health care. Significant risk factors include poor sleep, physical and psychological stress, inactivity, advanced age ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Four ways to build healthy activity into your life
As New Year's resolutions roll around again, the vow to lead a more active lifestyle often tops the list—but it doesn't have to be tough to do, says a University of Alberta physical activity expert.
Jan 5, 2026
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Short, intensive workouts can help fight bowel cancer
As many of us embark on an exercise or gym routine for the new year, research reveals that just 10 minutes of intense exercise could help fight cancer.
Jan 2, 2026
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Walk while you work: Are the extra steps on an under desk treadmill worth the cost?
Recent surveys estimate more than 6.7 million Australians—almost half of all workers, and the majority in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra—work from home at least some of the time in paid or unpaid roles.
Jan 2, 2026
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Do marathons damage your heart? Decade-long study shows no long-term cardiac harm
A marathon pushes the human body close to its limits. Legs tire, lungs burn and the heart works hard for hours on end. For years, that strain has raised an uncomfortable question: does running 26 miles actually damage the ...
Dec 29, 2025
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Ice baths and marathons: Our modern obsession with 'wellness' is driven by ancient instincts
If you've spent even a little time on social media in recent years, you've no doubt come across a swath of "wellness" content.
Dec 24, 2025
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Why returning to sport after childbirth is tougher than it looks for triathlete mothers
Today's sporting landscape increasingly accepts that athleticism doesn't end when motherhood begins. High-profile athletes such as middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon and rugby player Abbie Ward have helped redefine what's ...
Dec 23, 2025
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Staying fit over Christmas using science-backed methods
The festive season has a reputation for undoing good habits such as eating well and exercising. Normal routines disappear, days become less structured and exercise habits can fade. The solution to staying active is not more ...
Dec 23, 2025
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Feel like your brain is a little sluggish? Try ten minutes of exercise
Charles Hillman has known for a long time that exercise has a positive impact on the brain. This effect has been demonstrated by the Northeastern University psychology professor and others in varied and robust experimental ...
Dec 22, 2025
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Lesser-known remedy for ankle arthritis
A somewhat uncommon procedure is proving to be an effective solution for problems associated with ankle arthritis.
Dec 22, 2025
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No gym or regular routine? Here's how to stay fit over the holiday break
The festive season can throw our exercise routines out the window. You might be staying somewhere different, with no access to a gym. Maybe your yoga studio is closed or social sport is on a break. Or you might just be too ...
Dec 22, 2025
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Long-term physical activity protects against metabolic syndrome—but increasing activity later is beneficial too
A new Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a markedly lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome at age 61 than those whose leisure-time physical activity remains low. However, ...
Dec 19, 2025
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Chill factor: Body's skin and organs feel cold through distinct molecular sensors
A research team led by Félix Viana, co-director of the Sensory Transduction and Nociception laboratory at the Institute for Neurosciences (IN), a joint research center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and ...
Dec 18, 2025
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Home Alone's 'Wet Bandits' are medical miracles
The festive movie season is upon us, and one of my perennial favorites is Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. I will die on this hill: it is better than the original. But rewatching it as an adult raises an awkward question. ...
Dec 18, 2025
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Why does my hip hurt? Hip pain can have many causes and mostly doesn't require surgery
You can feel hip pain at any stage of life, including childhood, young adulthood and the middle years.
Dec 18, 2025
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Tragedy generates advice on underwater breath-holding risks
For many, swimming is a source of joy and freedom, but holding your breath in shallow water can be fatal.
Dec 18, 2025
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What to know about exercise as medicine for high blood pressure
Linda Pescatello, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in the Department of Kinesiology (CAHNR), has established herself as a leading figure in the study of exercise as medicine. One avenue of Pescatello's work has highlighted ...
Dec 18, 2025
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Recreational marathoners show no long-term heart damage after 10 years
A collaboration of researchers in Switzerland, Germany, and the US tracked cardiac function in recreational marathon runners over a 10-year span. Repeated endurance training and racing aligned with stable right ventricular ...
Short, light-intensity exercise can boost executive function and elevate mood in children
In modern society, physical inactivity and sedentary behavior have become common issues globally. This trend is also growing among children, raising concerns for their mental and physical health.
Dec 17, 2025
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Menopause symptoms may be frequent and have negative effects, according to female endurance athletes
A new study finds menopause symptoms to be very frequently reported by female endurance athletes, with many perceiving a negative effect on their training and performance. The findings are published in PLOS One by Heather ...
Dec 17, 2025
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Blood flow restriction cuffs a fall risk for older adults
New research from Murdoch University's School of Allied Health and Health Futures Institute has found that wearing blood flow restriction cuffs can change the way older people walk, potentially making them more unsteady during ...
Dec 17, 2025
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