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Walking, Jogging, Yoga Are All Good Medicine for Depression
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- February 15, 2024
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Looking for a workout that will chase the blues away?
Try walking, jogging, yoga or strength training, which a new study reports are the most effective exercises for easing depression. These activities can be used on their own or combined with medication and psychotherap...
Cold Weather Running May Be Even Healthier
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 29, 2023
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Dreary, chilly winter days might cause some year-round runners to think twice about their jog, but recent research suggests the benefits of cold weather running outweigh those of running in warmer conditions.
Specifically, cold weather can help runners burn more bad fat,...
Running vs. Meds: Which Works Best to Beat Depression?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- October 9, 2023
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Exercise has been dubbed "nature's antidepressant" by doctors for years, and now a new study confirms the notion.
The finding follows a four-month look at the impact that running had on anxiety and depression when compared to a common antidepressant.
SSRIs (selecti...
Sports Bra Support Makes a Difference for Women Runners
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 21, 2023
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A good sports bra provides more than sturdy support alone for female runners.
The increased breast support affects biomechanics in other parts of the body -- and, a new study shows, the right sports bra could actually boost a woman's running performance by 7%.
“O...
Does Running Bring on Arthritic Knees?
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2023
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New research offers up some good news for diehard marathon runners: You don't necessarily have to give up running if you are experiencing hip or knee pain.
Contrary to widespread opinion, running marathons does not increase your risk for developing hip or knee osteoarthr...
Ready, Set, Go! How to Start Running to Stay Fit
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 14, 2023
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Running is a fantastic workout. It burns fat, improves heart function and strengthens bones.
Yet, that first step out the door in a new pair of running shoes might seem intimidating. It can also cause injury if you're not properly prepared.
That's why it's helpfu...
Want to Lose Weight? Here Are the Best Exercises to Shed Pounds
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 23, 2023
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When it comes to picking the best exercise to lose weight, there is no one right answer.
That's because the right answer is variety, mixing and matching types of exercise to keep the body guessing and improving.
"The body adapts to the demands we put on it," said...
Sports Like Soccer, Basketball Are Better Than Running for Young People's Bones
- Cara Murez
- October 14, 2022
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Playing sports can benefit children in many ways, but all sports are not equal when it comes to their bones.
New research suggests children w...
Take These Winter Workout Tips to Heart
- January 30, 2022
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Tempted to take your workout into the great outdoors?
Be aware that there are both benefits and risks to exercising outdoors during the winter.
Smog Could Reduce Exercise's Benefit to Your Brain
- Robert Preidt
- December 9, 2021
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Dirty air could cancel out some of the brain benefits of exercise, a new study suggests.
"Physical activity is associated with improved markers of brain health in areas with lower air pollution," said study author Melissa Furlong. "However, some beneficial effects essent...
Keep Your Kids Safe From COVID While Playing Sports
- September 25, 2021
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COVID-19 shouldn't keep budding athletes on the sidelines. But it's critical to keep them safe from the coronavirus while playing sports.
The National Athletic Trainers' Association has some timely tips.
COVID vaccines for those 12 and older have been a game change...
Even on 'Down' Days, Music a Motivator for Runners
- Cara Murez
- June 25, 2021
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The key to pushing through mental fatigue while running might be adding some earbuds to your workout gear.
U.K. researchers worked with 18 fitness enthusiasts to determine the impact of music on running performance. They found that running to self-selected tunes improved...
Getting Back Into Running After Lockdowns? Here's How to Do It Safely
- April 24, 2021
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If you plan to resume running after an extended break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to ease back in, one expert advises.
"There are a lot of good programs, including Couch to 5K or C25K, that focus on increasing running slowly up to about 3 miles or 30 minutes,"...
Forget the 'Lazy Stoner': Marijuana Users Don't Exercise Any Less
- Serena McNiff HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2021
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The stereotypical image of pot smokers has long been one of "stoners" parked on the couch, surrounded by snacks and glued to the television, but a new study dispels that notion.
Instead, people who use marijuana may exercise just as much as other people do, and perhaps e...
Astronauts Will Need Tough Workouts on Any Mission to Mars
- Robert Preidt
- March 29, 2021
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As NASA astronauts set their sights on reaching Mars and building an outpost on the moon, they are likely to need regular, rigorous exercise to keep their hearts in shape, a new study suggests.
Researchers analyzed data gathered from U.S. astronaut Scott Kelly during his...
Spring Activity Can Sometimes Bring Stress Fractures
- March 28, 2021
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If you're getting back into walking, running or outdoor sports this spring after months on the couch, you could be at risk for a common injury known as a stress fracture.
It's a small break or crack caused by repeated impact on a bone that is starting to weaken from over...
Science Reveals Top Marathon Runners' Secrets
- Robert Preidt
- January 15, 2021
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What makes a marathoner great?
New research pinpoints the physical attributes of top marathon runners, and could help others improve their marathon performance.
Elite male distance runners were asked to run on treadmills at a range of speeds and also on an out...
Help Young Athletes Keep Their Competitive Edge During Pandemic
- Robert Preidt
- November 9, 2020
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There are a number of ways that young athletes can maintain their conditioning while away from their sports during the coronavirus pandemic, an expert says.
"Although competitive practice or play isn't an option for most right now, athletes should create and stick to a r...
Female Athletes Shortchange Themselves on Nutrition
- Robert Preidt
- June 14, 2020
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Many female athletes lack knowledge about nutrition, which could harm their performance and put them at risk for health problems, a researcher says.
A review of two decades of literature on female athletes older than 13 found "a lack of general knowledge of nutrition...
Running Without Risk During the Pandemic
- Robert Preidt
- May 4, 2020
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It's good for you to take a run during the coronavirus pandemic -- and safe if you take precautions, an expert says.
"It's good to get outside, get moving and get some sanity back in such a crazy time," said Grace Neurohr, a physical therapist and running specialist ...
How Many Steps Per Day to Lengthen Your Life?
- Amy Norton
- March 24, 2020
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For years, health experts have urged us to get off the couch and get moving. Now a new U.S. government study shows how much we stand to gain.
The study, of more 4,800 Americans age 40 and up, found a clear pattern: The more steps people took each day, the less likely...
An Expert's Guide to a Safe Run in Cold Weather
- Robert Preidt
- March 14, 2020
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Some people love to run no matter the season, even cold weather, and that is OK as long as you take proper precautions, a physical therapist says.
"It's up to the runner. As long as he or she is healthy, wearing appropriate attire and highly visible, the cold doesn't...
Intense Exercise Can Trigger Heart Trouble in the Unprepared
- Kayla McKiski
- March 2, 2020
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For most people, aerobic exercise is great. However, high-intensity exercise like running in marathons and triathlons can pose heart risks for those who have inadequate training.
Sudden cardiac arrest, atrial fibrillation and heart attacks are among these risks, acco...
Could High-Tempo Tunes Help Maximize Your Workout?
- Kayla McKiski
- February 12, 2020
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Gyms are bustling with regulars and resolutioners, all working up a sweat. But what's the secret to an easy, effective workout? It may be in the music.
A new study found that listening to music at a higher tempo reduces the perceived effort of exercise. For endurance...
Want to Turn Back the Aging Clock? Train for a Marathon
- Dennis Thompson
- January 6, 2020
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Your New Year's resolution to run a marathon for the first time could be your ticket to a younger and healthier heart, a new study suggests.
First-time marathon runners experience health benefits that essentially turn back time on their circulatory system, researcher...
Run Smart This Winter -- Here's How
- Steven Reinberg
- December 4, 2019
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Cold, wet winter weather doesn't have to put the kibosh on your running. Just follow some basic advice to help you maintain your exercise program safely.
Before you head outside, check the forecast for temperature, wind and moisture. This is key in planning a safe w...
Run for Your Life, New Study Recommends
- Robert Preidt
- November 5, 2019
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Even a little running on a regular basis can extend your life, Australian researchers say.
They analyzed 14 studies that included more than 232,000 people whose health was tracked for between 5.5 and 35 years. During the study periods, nearly 26,000 participants died...
Get Moving: Exercise Can Help Lower Older Women's Fracture Risk
- Amy Norton
- October 25, 2019
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Older women who get even light exercise, like a daily walk, may lower their risk of suffering a broken hip, a large study suggests.
A number of studies have linked regular exercise to a lower risk of hip fracture -- a potentially disabling or even fatal injury for ol...
Can Testosterone Make Women Better Runners?
- Robert Preidt
- October 16, 2019
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A little bit of testosterone cream might help women run faster longer, a new study suggests.
Some female athletes have naturally high testosterone levels that are similar to men, and there is controversy over whether it's fair to allow them to compete against female ...
How to Keep Your Bones Strong and Prevent Fractures
- Robert Preidt
- September 12, 2019
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If you're a young adult, start thinking about your bone health, an expert advises.
Most people reach peak bone mass -- the strongest bones they'll ever have -- between 25 and 30 years of age, according to Dr. Philip Bosha, a physician with Penn State Sports Medicine ...
The Return of a Training Classic for Runners
- Len Canter
- August 14, 2019
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With running, proper form is essential for everything from desired speed to injury prevention. But for many people, muscle memory has locked in less-than-perfect form.
A very simple technique, popularized in the 19th century by chemist-turned-runner W.G. George and ...
Elbows Key to Your Walking Efficiency , Study Shows
- Robert Preidt
- July 12, 2019
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Do you pump your arms while walking?
Keeping your arms straight while walking is much more energy-efficient than walking with bent arms, but arm position doesn't make much difference when running, a new, small study finds.
The study included eight universi...
No Amount of Running Is Too Hard on Your Heart
- Robert Preidt
- July 11, 2019
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Ultramarathons are grueling races that typically range anywhere from 30 to 100 miles, but new research suggests that even these distances don't tax the heart unduly.
"The good news is that while experienced runners pushed their heart limits during the ultramarathon, ...
The Right Gut Bacteria May Give Athletes an Edge
- Amy Norton
- June 24, 2019
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Elite athletes' grueling training regimens may pay off in an unexpected way: The exercise seems to boost levels of a type of gut bacteria that enhances athletic prowess.
Researchers found that the bacteria Veillonella were much more common in the guts of marat...
Human Endurance May Have Its Limits: Study
- Steven Reinberg
- June 5, 2019
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The human mind and body are capable of great things, but even the best can hit a wall, new research suggests.
In endurance challenges such as the Ironman triathlon or the Tour de France bicycle race, everyone has the same maximum level of exertion they can sustain ov...
AHA News: A Stroke Slowed Olympic Legend Michael Johnson, But F.A.S.T. Response Sped His Recovery
- May 1, 2019
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There he was, Michael Johnson, once the fastest person ever to run 200 meters, the man who'd been so confident of setting the world record that he stepped onto the Centennial Olympic Stadium track wearing spikes painted gold.
Only now he was wearing a powder-blue pa...
Expert Tips for Reducing Running Injuries
- Len Canter
- April 9, 2019
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Most runners are enthusiastic about their sport and take steps to work out safely. But injuries like stress fractures and muscle strains, among others, are common and can sideline you, sometimes for weeks if not months.
Researchers point to hard heel-toe landings as...
An Outdoor Plan for Walking and Running
- Len Canter
- March 5, 2019
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Sweating it out on a treadmill is great, especially when the weather is bad. You might even be motivated by watching exciting vistas on an interactive panel. But to keep a walking or running routine from becoming stale, kick it up a notch by taking your workout outside.
...AHA News: Is Long-Distance Running Good for the Heart?
- March 1, 2019
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As you can tell by all those 26.2-mile bumper stickers popping up around the country, the popularity of marathons and long-distance running continues to grow. But so has the number of studies examining whether consistent endurance racing is healthy.
Recent research ...