UI study: Everyone should be asked about physical activity at every doctor visit
Most Iowans know if you eat right and exercise, it’s good for your health, but researchers at the University of...
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Short Activity Bursts Could Be Good for Women’s Heart Health
Most Americans don’t get enough exercise. However, new research suggests that physical activity doesn’t have to take place in a...
Regular physical activity before cancer diagnosis may lower progression and death risks
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Regular physical activity before a cancer diagnosis may lower the risks of both disease progression and...
UAMS Researcher Studies Impact of Physical Activity on Dementia Patients
View Larger Image Yong-Moon Mark Park, M.D., Ph.D., of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences had the lead role...
Physical activity reduces chronic disease risk
Researchers at the University of Iowa have called for a universal practice of surveying patients about their physical activity levels....
Embracing physical activity for a healthier life
In our first column, we dove into the exciting world of physical literacy. We talked about how it’s all about...
Engaging youth in physical activity and building a healthy future together
In our last column, we talked about the exciting idea of physical literacy and how it helps everyone stay healthy,...
How to foster inclusive physical activity for immigrants in Canada | SIRC
One in 4 Canadians is an immigrant, and this number is expected to reach 30% by 2036 (Statistics Canada, 2017)....
Physical activity boosts IQ in kids and teens
Exercise is often celebrated for its role in keeping children physically fit, but what if it could also boost brainpower?...
