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Almost Half of Recreational Runners Get Injured—But That Doesn’t Have to Be the Case

Nearly half of all recreational runners sustain injuries, according to new research —knee injuries account for 27 percent of injuries and Achilles tendon and calf injuries account for 25 percent of injuries. Research from the Department of Food, Nutrition, and Sport Science at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden reported an analysis of those running … Read moreAlmost Half of Recreational Runners Get Injured—But That Doesn’t Have to Be the Case

Role of Skeletal Muscle in Insulin Resistance and Glucose Uptake

Muscle as a glucose sink is an important mindset to have for managing metabolic health. Skeletal muscle is essential for metabolism, thus exercise can mitigate risk for Type 2 Diabetes or pre-diabetes. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cphy.c190029 #Diet_and_Inflammation Role of Skeletal Muscle in Insulin Resistance and Glucose Uptake View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2024-04-16 18:22:57

higher levels of exercise capacity, but not omega-3 fatty acid consumption, were…

higher levels of exercise capacity, but not omega-3 fatty acid consumption, were associated with lower coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores 30 months later in individuals with a mean age of 64.0 years. “The association of higher METs (metabolic equivalents of task) with lower CAC scores in both women and men supports recommending exercise to maximize … Read morehigher levels of exercise capacity, but not omega-3 fatty acid consumption, were…

Is good posture overrated? Back to first principles on back pain

Keeping fit and strong. Moving. Eating well. Sleeping well. They’re the things we should be targeting. Prof Peter O’Sullivan https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/aug/06/good-posture-back-pain-how-to-avoid #Low_Back_Problems_and_Sciatica #Overutilization_of_Surgery #Excessive_Imaging_for_Musculoskeletal_Problems Is good posture overrated? Back to first principles on back pain View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-08-06 14:53:05

Let’s put to bed the myth that children shouldn’t lift weights; compelling evide…

Let’s put to bed the myth that children shouldn’t lift weights; compelling evidence suggests otherwise for body as well as mind ???? – a meta-analysis of 53 studies finds that resistance training not only boosts physical fitness in school-age kids but also enhances their cognition, academic results, and classroom behaviour. We need physical activity every … Read moreLet’s put to bed the myth that children shouldn’t lift weights; compelling evide…

“in addition to the total amount of daily Moderate-to-vigorous activity (MVPA), …

“in addition to the total amount of daily Moderate-to-vigorous activity (MVPA), timing of MVPA during the day was associated with reduced insulin resistance: performing most MVPA in the afternoon or evening was associated with up to 25% reduced insulin resistance compared with an even distribution of MVPA during the day.” https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00125-022-05813-3 #The_Inactivity_Crisis #Diet_and_Inflammation View original … Read more“in addition to the total amount of daily Moderate-to-vigorous activity (MVPA), …

Dietary sugar consumption and health: umbrella review

High dietary sugar consumption is harmful for: 18 endocrine/metabolic outcomes 10 cardiovascular outcomes 7 cancer outcomes 10 other outcomes (neuropsychiatric, dental, hepatic, osteal, and allergic) https://www.bmj.com/content/381/bmj-2022-071609 #Diet_and_Inflammation Dietary sugar consumption and health: umbrella review View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-11 07:22:17

FEBS Press

> 30% of cases of cancers are likely preventable with improvements in diet and exercise patterns… and improvement in our metabolic health. > 30% of cases of dementia are preventable too. https://febs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/1878-0261.12772#.Y1r6P2fcoa8.twitter #Diet_and_Inflammation FEBS Press View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-11 03:05:28

Is it time for your doctor to give you a ‘nature prescription’?

Forest bathing a Japanese concept we could derive enormous benefit from. https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/is-it-time-for-your-doctor-to-give-you-a-nature-prescription-20230406-p5cyle.html #The_Inactivity_Crisis #Mindfulness #Sleep Is it time for your doctor to give you a ‘nature prescription’? View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-11 02:59:31

Prescribed time in nature linked to improvements in anxiety, depression and blood pressure

nature prescriptions can help to reduce feelings of #depression and lowers anxiety too https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/apr/04/prescribed-time-in-nature-linked-to-improvements-in-anxiety-depression-and-blood-pressure #The_Inactivity_Crisis Prescribed time in nature linked to improvements in anxiety, depression and blood pressure View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-04 10:22:54

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