Year: 2009

( European League Against Rheumatism ) Undertaking a supervised exercise program can have beneficial effects on functional status and physical function, reduce the need for daily corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory intake and improve levels of depression and anxiety in people with rheumatoid arthritis, according to a new study presented today at EULAR 2009, the Annual Congress of the European …
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Exercise experts have known for years that moderate physical activity improves mood. Now a study shows that people are in a better mood for up to 12 hours after they work out. Researchers at the University of Vermont had 24 college students ride an exercise bike for 20 minutes at a moderate intensity. Another 24 people did no exercise during the same time period. Afterward, participants in …
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When we talk about exercise, we nearly always refer to physical exercise. Exercise is the physical exertion of the body – making the body do a physical activity which results in a healthy or healthier level of physical fitness and both physical and mental health. In other words, exercise aims to maintain or enhance our physical fitness and general health.
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I am an ardent believer in taking care of yourself so you are better able to care for others. Each week, my goal is to inspire you to move more as you learn about different opportunities to exercise more and sit less. In keeping with innovative and unique exercise opportunities, Cantigny Park in Wheaton is now offering fitness classes. An outside venue provides a great venue to connect with …
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Physical therapists Heather Shire, Nami Stone and Cari Everhart attended the education course “Pregnancy and Postpartum: Clinical Highlights” Feb. 28-29 at St. Luke’s Northland Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. The course was taught by physical therapist Hollis Herman.
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To reduce their cardiovascular risk, patients with type 2 diabetes should do at least two-and-a-half hours per week of moderate-intensity or one-and-a-half hours per week of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise or a combination of the two. Resistance training can also benefit people with type 2 diabetes. Regular exercise can reduce or eliminate the need for medication in some patients with type 2 …
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( American Heart Association ) To reduce their cardiovascular risk, patients with type 2 diabetes should do at least two-and-a-half hours per week of moderate-intensity or one-and-a-half hours per week of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise or a combination of the two. Resistance training can also benefit people with type 2 diabetes. Regular exercise can reduce or eliminate the need for …
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Title: Interactive Video Games Offer Exercise Benefits Category: Health News Created: 6/6/2009 7:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 6/8/2009
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The fate of mushrooming “deemed universities” appears to be hanging in balance, with Kapil Sibal saying that the review of their status will be a comprehensive exercise.
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