Inactivity May Be Main Culprit in Obesity Epidemic: Study
2014-07-08
Sharp rise seen in number of Americans who didn’t exercise, while calorie intake stayed steadyContinue Reading
Obesity May Raise Risk of COPD
2014-07-07
Study found those with largest waist sizes more likely to develop lung disease
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Change Bad Habits Early, Save Your Heart Later
2014-07-03
Young adults who adopt healthier lifestyle can cut their heart disease risk, researchers sayContinue Reading
Aerobic/Strength Training Combo May Be Best Workout for Diabetics
2014-07-02
In study, people with type 2 disease had better blood sugar control when both modes usedContinue Reading
Steroid Shots May Not Help Back Pain
2014-07-02
Exercise or surgery might be better options for narrowing of the spinal canal, researchers report
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Brisk Walking May Help Curb Parkinson’s Symptoms
2014-07-02
Study found it improved gait, stiffness, mood, attention and overall quality of lifeContinue Reading
Bad Weather May Dampen Will to Exercise
2014-06-30
People in hot, cold climates less likely to get physical activity, more likely to be obese, study says
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Prepare for Summer Sports to Avoid Injury
2014-06-28
Wear appropriate footwear, vary your activities, and stretch and warm-up, advises expertContinue Reading
Dance Those Cares Away!
2014-06-27
Study of seniors shows decreased knee-hip pain and increased ability to walk among those who danceContinue Reading
Winning Attitude on the Field Translates to Career Success
2014-06-27
Former high school athletes seen as having more self-confidence and leadership abilities, study findsContinue Reading
For Heat Stroke Victims, Cool First, Then Transport
2014-06-27
New guidelines stress the importance of immediate cooling for athletesContinue Reading
Health Tip: Keep High Schoolers Safe During Sports
2014-06-27
Make sure they train properly and wear protective equipmentContinue Reading
Precautions Help Keep Kids Safe in Water
2014-06-26
Children can drown in as little as 2 inches of water, pediatrician warnsContinue Reading
Injection Treatment No Help for Hamstring Injuries, Study Says
2014-06-25
One expert questions the findings, and believes plasma-rich injections can help athletes and othersContinue Reading