Physical inactivity is a global pandemic increasing the risks of an early death yet a recent study shows that daily physical activity can reverse these statistics.
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Can one hour of exercise a day save your life?
New research looks into the importance of exercise everyday for people who spend long hours driving or sitting at the computer, with surprising results.
Can exercise help prevent ovarian cancer?
Two studies shed new light on the benefit of physical activity in potentially reducing the risk of women developing and dying from ovarian cancer.
Is it healthy to be fat and fit?
Being fit is important for health however carrying too much body fat may undo many of the health benefits brought about by fitness. A study in Sweden has surprising results.
Are our kids too hot to move?
It’s thought that seasons influence the motivation of children to be active and that our summer heat may be adding to the sedentary behaviour of many Australian kids.
What is the best type of exercise to do to lose weight?
Exercise scientists investigate if there are any differences between endurance exercise versus strength training in helping to reduce body weight, this is what they found.
Can genes pick a future gold medallist?
Researchers look at whether inheriting a good set of sporting genes make the difference between being a weekend athlete or a gold medal winner.
Can beetroot juice help with heart failure recovery?
Researchers invited 19 people who suffered from heart failure to take part in the study to see if beetroot juice can boost exercise ability in older people.
Can exercising reduce falls in men?
Researchers have carried out a long-term study to see if structured exercise can lead to less serious fall injuries in older men, the results are promising.
The real risk of too much TV
It’s official, research shows that increased time spent watching television is associated with increased deaths rates in older adults.
