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05/19/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Don’t put the blame on “fat genes:” Jogging and other forms of exercise can keep obesity at bay

Staying healthy requires discipline. You need to follow a balanced diet, quit bad habits like smoking and drinking and exercise regularly. But for those who don’t like going to the gym, there are plenty of excuses to choose from, from being too busy with work to having genes that naturally make them fat. But according to a […]

10/27/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Skipping isn’t just for kids anymore: Study suggests it is a safer alternative to running

Running helps you stay in shape, but it has been linked to damage to bones and joints. And while skipping may be considered as something that’s only ever done by children, researchers suggest that this fun activity is good for adults who wish to exercise and lessen knee pain caused by running. To determine how skipping […]

10/26/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Your physical fitness is just as crucial as your preps when SHTF: Stay healthy by walking regularly and following a balanced diet

Many preppers spend a lot of their time preparing for the worst. They’d stockpile supplies and emergency kits for maximum survival. But one thing that a lot of people, not just preppers, neglect is physical preparation. Health and fitness are often overlooked because people take for granted how easy they have it in the modern […]

07/08/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Improve your gut health with exercise

Exercise and gut health are both important to your well-being. And interestingly, these two are related. A study published in the journal Experimental Physiology revealed that your fitness level may affect the diversity of bacteria in your gut, and thus influence your health. Researchers from Indiana University Bloomington and the University of Alabama at Birmingham knew […]

04/12/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Run toward better health: Older people who frequently jog are less likely to be sick

Older people tend to do less physical activities than younger people. However, they should not stop exercising because of their age as it helps fight the challenges of aging. One of the exercises older people should engage in is running. Running is a vigorous aerobic exercise that gets the heart and lungs pumping, which is good […]

03/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Testicular cancer survivors report being less tired if they regularly engage in high-intensity interval exercise

Regular physical activity offers many benefits for your physical and mental health. But according to research, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can also help reduce tiredness and improve the self-esteem of testicular cancer survivors. The study was published in the British Journal of Cancer. Can strenuous exercise address tiredness in testicular cancer survivors? The study findings showed that men who […]

02/09/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Compelling evidence proves that regular aerobic exercise reduces your risk of up to 13 types of cancers

If you want to stay healthy, you need to follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Aside from helping you maintain a healthy weight, the results of a study have shown that regular exercise — in particular, aerobic exercise — can lower your risk of about 13 different types of cancer. The study was published in the […]

12/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Why running outdoors is better than using a treadmill

When it comes to exercise, some people prefer to jog or run outdoors while others may feel inclined to work out indoors. Whether it’s because of convenience, personal preferences, or chronic injuries, most people may favor indoor workouts more. But did you know that running outdoors may offer more health benefits compared to using a treadmill? […]

08/30/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Moderate to vigorous physical activity lowers the risk of premature death by 70% in women

Smoking is dangerous and causes a lot of deaths, but did you know that a lack of exercise or physical activity is just as dangerous for older women? Recent studies in Boston recommend at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity physical activity or 75 minutes a week of high-intensity aerobic activity, as well […]

05/08/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Pregnant women who exercise are 20% less likely to develop gestational diabetes

According to research, working out regularly can benefit everyone, especially expectant mothers. Results from a recent study, which was spearheaded by experts from the University of Iowa (UI), revealed that expectant mothers who were in better shape before pregnancy had a lower risk of developing gestational diabetes. The researcher’s findings emphasized the need to maintain physical fitness before […]

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