Category: Exercise
Men Might Need More Exercise to Lower Cardiovascular Risks
October 31, 2025
A new observational study suggests that men need more than twice as much exercise as women do to achieve the same level of reduction in the risk of cardiovascular heart
Exercise Suppresses Appetite via a Brain Pathway
September 23, 2025
Scientists have discovered a pathway behind the known effect of exercise suppressing appetite: a lactate-related metabolite that acts directly on certain neurons. Not just more calories burned It has been
Moving to a More Walkable City Increases Step Count
August 15, 2025
Working with data from a smartphone app, scientists have shown for the first time that relocating to a more walkable city is linked to increased daily step counts [1]. Most
7,000 Steps a Day Are Enough for Most Benefits
July 25, 2025
A massive new meta-analysis confirms that 10,000 daily steps are not required for most of the health benefits of walking. Around 7,000 seems to be the sweet spot [1]. A
Lower Rates of Epigenetic Aging in Olympic Champions
December 18, 2024
A recent investigation into Hungarian Olympic champions suggests slower epigenetic aging and differences in gene methylation patterns between champions and non-champions [1]. Exercising your way to longevity Exercise seems to
How Exercise Preserves Function in Motor Nerves
November 21, 2024
In Aging Cell, researchers have described the specific cell types that give exercise protective effects against motor nerve degeneration. A different level of back problems With aging, the prevalence of
Exercise Intensity, Duration, and Amount All Matter
October 3, 2024
In the European Journal of Protective Cardiology, researchers have published evidence that the intensity of exercise is somewhat more important than volume in reducing all-cause mortality risk, although both have
Weekend-Oriented Physical Activity Superior for Brain Health
August 27, 2024
According to a new study, “weekend warriors”, people who have most of their physical activity over one or two days a week, enjoy the most robust risk reduction for several
High-Intensity Interval Training Improves Cognition
August 21, 2024
Cognitive decline is one of the risks associated with getting older, but new research suggests there may be a way to fight back. A new study suggests that high-intensity interval
Walking Reduces Risk of Low Back Pain Recurrence
June 21, 2024
Publishing in The Lancet, scientists have shown that simple walking can have significant effects on the recurrence of back pain and disability metrics. Age-related and more than just annoying While
Exercise May Remove Senescent Cells Through Inflammation
May 16, 2024
Exercise may be able to remove senescent cells only if acute inflammation is allowed to occur, according to a new study published in Aging. Inflammation and senescence Inflammation is known
Evening Aerobic Exercise Associated with Least Mortality
May 14, 2024
A new study suggests that aerobic medium-to-vigorous physical activity benefits obese and diabetic people the most when conducted in the evening hours [1]. Do you really need morning runs? Physical
Interrupting Sitting with Activity Lowers Glucose Levels
April 26, 2024
Scientists have discovered that frequently interrupting prolonged sitting with physical activity, such as short walks or squats, can help control glucose levels in overweight and obese males [1]. Don’t just
How Cardiovascular Mortality Goes Down with Exercise
February 1, 2024
In the International Journal of Cardiology, researchers have described five styles of exercise and compared them to mortality risk. How much is the right amount? It is well known that
Physical Activity May Decrease Disability-Related Mortality
January 22, 2024
Today in GeroScience, researchers have published an analysis of a cohort study, concluding that adherence to physical activity recommendations can mitigate the increased mortality associated with disability. Simply being able
Men Might Need More Exercise to Lower Cardiovascular Risks
October 31, 2025
A new observational study suggests that men need more than twice as much exercise as women do to achieve the same level of reduction in the risk of cardiovascular heart disease [1]. Understanding sex differences In recent years, scientists have questioned how much exercise is needed
Exercise Suppresses Appetite via a Brain Pathway
September 23, 2025
Scientists have discovered a pathway behind the known effect of exercise suppressing appetite: a lactate-related metabolite that acts directly on certain neurons. Not just more calories burned It has been long known that, somewhat counterintuitively, exercise transiently suppresses appetite. Scientists suspect that this contributes to exercise-related
Moving to a More Walkable City Increases Step Count
August 15, 2025
Working with data from a smartphone app, scientists have shown for the first time that relocating to a more walkable city is linked to increased daily step counts [1]. Most of the increase consists of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA), which is particularly healthy. A natural experiment
7,000 Steps a Day Are Enough for Most Benefits
July 25, 2025
A massive new meta-analysis confirms that 10,000 daily steps are not required for most of the health benefits of walking. Around 7,000 seems to be the sweet spot [1]. A step in the right direction “10,000 steps a day” is some of the most frequently heard
Lower Rates of Epigenetic Aging in Olympic Champions
December 18, 2024
A recent investigation into Hungarian Olympic champions suggests slower epigenetic aging and differences in gene methylation patterns between champions and non-champions [1]. Exercising your way to longevity Exercise seems to be the best lifestyle factor to slow aging and alleviates many aging-associated diseases and molecular changes.
How Exercise Preserves Function in Motor Nerves
November 21, 2024
In Aging Cell, researchers have described the specific cell types that give exercise protective effects against motor nerve degeneration. A different level of back problems With aging, the prevalence of nerves connecting to muscle tissue dwindles, a phenomenon known as denervation [1]. This has been linked
Exercise Intensity, Duration, and Amount All Matter
October 3, 2024
In the European Journal of Protective Cardiology, researchers have published evidence that the intensity of exercise is somewhat more important than volume in reducing all-cause mortality risk, although both have significant correlations. The questions of how long and how much Conventional wisdom had maintained that exercise
Weekend-Oriented Physical Activity Superior for Brain Health
August 27, 2024
According to a new study, “weekend warriors”, people who have most of their physical activity over one or two days a week, enjoy the most robust risk reduction for several brain health-related conditions [1]. Couch potato, except on weekends Exercise is universally necessary to stay healthy
High-Intensity Interval Training Improves Cognition
August 21, 2024
Cognitive decline is one of the risks associated with getting older, but new research suggests there may be a way to fight back. A new study suggests that high-intensity interval training improves spatial learning and maintains brain volume and connectivity [1]. Shrinking aging brain One of
Walking Reduces Risk of Low Back Pain Recurrence
June 21, 2024
Publishing in The Lancet, scientists have shown that simple walking can have significant effects on the recurrence of back pain and disability metrics. Age-related and more than just annoying While not as lethal as heart attacks and cancer, low back pain is also an age-related disease.
Exercise May Remove Senescent Cells Through Inflammation
May 16, 2024
Exercise may be able to remove senescent cells only if acute inflammation is allowed to occur, according to a new study published in Aging. Inflammation and senescence Inflammation is known to be a critical part of aging, and its chronic accumulation has been labeled as a
Evening Aerobic Exercise Associated with Least Mortality
May 14, 2024
A new study suggests that aerobic medium-to-vigorous physical activity benefits obese and diabetic people the most when conducted in the evening hours [1]. Do you really need morning runs? Physical activity is an essential part of the longevity-conscious lifestyle and one of the best life-extending interventions
Interrupting Sitting with Activity Lowers Glucose Levels
April 26, 2024
Scientists have discovered that frequently interrupting prolonged sitting with physical activity, such as short walks or squats, can help control glucose levels in overweight and obese males [1]. Don’t just sit there! Prolonged sitting is the curse of modern times. It has been associated with various
How Cardiovascular Mortality Goes Down with Exercise
February 1, 2024
In the International Journal of Cardiology, researchers have described five styles of exercise and compared them to mortality risk. How much is the right amount? It is well known that physical activity is associated with a significantly diminished risk of death by cardiovascular disease, the leading
Physical Activity May Decrease Disability-Related Mortality
January 22, 2024
Today in GeroScience, researchers have published an analysis of a cohort study, concluding that adherence to physical activity recommendations can mitigate the increased mortality associated with disability. Simply being able to live In this paper, disability refers to impediments to the basic activities of daily living