News tagged with strength training
Older and stronger: Progressive resistance training can build muscle, increase strength as we age
Getting older doesn't mean giving up muscle strength. Not only can adults fight the battle of strength and muscle loss that comes with age, but the Golden Years can be a time to get stronger, say experts at the University ...
Mar 31, 2011 |
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Strength training for seniors provides cognitive function, economic benefits: study
A one-year follow-up study on seniors who participated in a strength training exercise program shows sustained cognitive benefits as well as savings for the healthcare system. The research, conducted at the Centre for Hip ...
Dec 13, 2010 |
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Physical activity in the prevention and treatment of disease
Prescribing physical activity for the purpose of preventing and treating various conditions can now become a reality for healthcare professionals all over the world.
Nov 29, 2010 |
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Light exercise may prevent osteoarthritis
People at risk for osteoarthritis may be able to delay the onset of the disease or even prevent it with simple changes to their physical activity, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological ...
Nov 29, 2010 |
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Best diabetes fitness plan: aerobics plus weights
People with diabetes should mix aerobics with weight training to get the best results in lowering blood sugar, a new study suggests. The combination worked best for weight loss too, compared to aerobics or ...
Nov 23, 2010 |
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5 exercises can reduce neck, shoulder pain of women office workers
Strength training exercises using dumbbells can reduce pain and improve function in the trapezius muscle, the large muscle which extends from the back of the head, down the neck and into the upper back. The exercises also ...
Nov 18, 2009 |
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People with type 2 diabetes improved muscular strength
Physical therapist-directed exercise counseling combined with fitness center-based exercise training can improve muscular strength and exercise capacity in people with type 2 diabetes, with outcomes similar to those of supervised ...
Sep 22, 2009 |
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Study shows sleep extension improves athletic performance and mood
Athletes who extended their nightly sleep and reduced accumulated sleep debt reported improvements in various drills conducted after every regular practice.
Jun 08, 2009 |
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