Category: Exercise
Combining Common Anti-Aging Interventions and Exercise
January 17, 2024
A review recently published in BMC Biology suggests that taking gerotherapeutics while exercising doesn’t have advantages over separate treatments [1]. Are two approaches better than one? Exercise is a well-established
U-Shaped Association With Vigorous Exercise and Alzheimer’s
December 22, 2023
According to a new study, the amount of leisure time spent on vigorous physical activity is inversely correlated with Alzheimer’s, but after a certain point, the association is reversed [1].
Morning Exercise May Be Better Against Metabolic Syndrome
December 20, 2023
In a recent paper published in The Journal of Physiology, researchers compared the impacts of morning and afternoon aerobic exercise for people with metabolic syndrome [1]. Hitting the gym after
Human Trials Find Positive Effects of Exercise on Cognition
December 14, 2023
Researchers publishing in Ageing Research Reviews have conducted a large meta-analysis of papers that document the effects of exercise on cognitive function in healthy people. Not just for established conditions
Running Is Associated With Better Health Biomarkers
November 30, 2023
In a recent publication in PLOS One, researchers have described the metabolic effects on running in generally healthy people. A lack of activity is a known risk factor This paper
High-Protein Diets Have Few Benefits in Mice
October 20, 2023
A new study suggests that high protein intake leads to fat gain and worse metabolic outcomes, but some of these effects are blocked by resistance training. Low protein consumption resulted
Exercise Mimetic Improves Memory In Old Mice
September 19, 2023
Researchers have identified a platelet-derived factor that improves cognition in mice and published their findings in Nature Communications. Finding the right molecules This paper begins with the same refrain common
Taking Up Exercise Late in Life May Prevent Fitness Decline
September 12, 2023
According to a new study published in Aging Cell, previously sedentary old people who took up an exercise program were able to improve their fitness and maintain it for at
Analysis: Isometric Exercises Are Best for Blood Pressure
August 4, 2023
In a new expansive meta-analysis comparing several types of exercise, isometric exercises, which include wall squats and planks, were linked to the biggest decrease in blood pressure [1]. Lowering the
Vigorous Weekend Exercise May Be Enough
July 26, 2023
A new study suggests that “weekend warriors”, people who only exercise for one or two days a week, enjoy similar cardiovascular benefits as those who exercise more regularly [1]. How
Aerobic & Resistance Training Impact Skin Aging Differently
July 14, 2023
According to a new study published in Nature Scientific Reports, while both aerobic and resistance exercise improve some aspects of skin aging, only the latter is able to increase skin
Better Health in Older Adults, One Step at a Time
July 12, 2023
Research published in Experimental Gerontology suggests that even smaller amounts of daily physical activity can benefit people over 60 [1]. Cardiometabolic health and physical activity The positive influence of exercise
Exercise And Diet Is A Solid Combo For Obesity
June 30, 2023
Scientists publishing in Nature Metabolism have determined that in obese people, healthy diet and exercise bring stronger metabolic benefits than diet alone [1]. Better together There are two major interventions
Bodybuilding Helps Older People Stay Strong in Human Study
June 22, 2023
In a controlled human study published in Frontiers in Public Health, Iranian researchers have demonstrated that resistance training and creatine supplementation are effective in helping older people retain their
New Clock: People Who Exercise Are Biologically Younger
June 21, 2023
Using a DNA methylation clock based on fitness, researchers publishing in GeroScience have determined that people who exercise regularly are biologically younger on average [1]. Chronological and biological aging The number
Combining Common Anti-Aging Interventions and Exercise
January 17, 2024
A review recently published in BMC Biology suggests that taking gerotherapeutics while exercising doesn’t have advantages over separate treatments [1]. Are two approaches better than one? Exercise is a well-established intervention that ameliorates several aspects of aging. Similarly, other research suggests that certain drugs, known as
U-Shaped Association With Vigorous Exercise and Alzheimer’s
December 22, 2023
According to a new study, the amount of leisure time spent on vigorous physical activity is inversely correlated with Alzheimer’s, but after a certain point, the association is reversed [1]. Outrunning dementia Due to populational aging and medicine’s successes against other age-related diseases, Alzheimer’s disease has
Morning Exercise May Be Better Against Metabolic Syndrome
December 20, 2023
In a recent paper published in The Journal of Physiology, researchers compared the impacts of morning and afternoon aerobic exercise for people with metabolic syndrome [1]. Hitting the gym after breakfast or after lunch Metabolic syndrome (MetS) has been defined as a group of “cardiometabolic risk
Human Trials Find Positive Effects of Exercise on Cognition
December 14, 2023
Researchers publishing in Ageing Research Reviews have conducted a large meta-analysis of papers that document the effects of exercise on cognitive function in healthy people. Not just for established conditions We have previously discussed how, even for healthy people, exercise is associated with improved biomarkers of
Running Is Associated With Better Health Biomarkers
November 30, 2023
In a recent publication in PLOS One, researchers have described the metabolic effects on running in generally healthy people. A lack of activity is a known risk factor This paper begins with warnings against sedentary behavior, citing one study reporting that it is responsible for approximately
High-Protein Diets Have Few Benefits in Mice
October 20, 2023
A new study suggests that high protein intake leads to fat gain and worse metabolic outcomes, but some of these effects are blocked by resistance training. Low protein consumption resulted in less muscle gain but did not affect strength [1]. The protein debate One of the
Exercise Mimetic Improves Memory In Old Mice
September 19, 2023
Researchers have identified a platelet-derived factor that improves cognition in mice and published their findings in Nature Communications. Finding the right molecules This paper begins with the same refrain common in discussions about the biological effects of exercise: the inability of some older people to conduct
Taking Up Exercise Late in Life May Prevent Fitness Decline
September 12, 2023
According to a new study published in Aging Cell, previously sedentary old people who took up an exercise program were able to improve their fitness and maintain it for at least four years [1]. Better late than never When is it too late to engage in
Analysis: Isometric Exercises Are Best for Blood Pressure
August 4, 2023
In a new expansive meta-analysis comparing several types of exercise, isometric exercises, which include wall squats and planks, were linked to the biggest decrease in blood pressure [1]. Lowering the pressure As is very well-known, exercise confers numerous health benefits, including age-related benefits, and it has
Vigorous Weekend Exercise May Be Enough
July 26, 2023
A new study suggests that “weekend warriors”, people who only exercise for one or two days a week, enjoy similar cardiovascular benefits as those who exercise more regularly [1]. How crucial is a daily run? The consensus of medical studies practically implores people to engage in
Aerobic & Resistance Training Impact Skin Aging Differently
July 14, 2023
According to a new study published in Nature Scientific Reports, while both aerobic and resistance exercise improve some aspects of skin aging, only the latter is able to increase skin thickness [1]. Exercise and skin – an overlooked connection Skin is the largest organ of the
Better Health in Older Adults, One Step at a Time
July 12, 2023
Research published in Experimental Gerontology suggests that even smaller amounts of daily physical activity can benefit people over 60 [1]. Cardiometabolic health and physical activity The positive influence of exercise on health is widely known. However, the recommended 150 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous exercise can
Exercise And Diet Is A Solid Combo For Obesity
June 30, 2023
Scientists publishing in Nature Metabolism have determined that in obese people, healthy diet and exercise bring stronger metabolic benefits than diet alone [1]. Better together There are two major interventions at hand for weight loss without resorting to medications: diet and exercise. However, recent research suggests
Bodybuilding Helps Older People Stay Strong in Human Study
June 22, 2023
In a controlled human study published in Frontiers in Public Health, Iranian researchers have demonstrated that resistance training and creatine supplementation are effective in helping older people retain their strength. Strength training isn’t just for athletes It is widely known that weightlifting and other resistance
New Clock: People Who Exercise Are Biologically Younger
June 21, 2023
Using a DNA methylation clock based on fitness, researchers publishing in GeroScience have determined that people who exercise regularly are biologically younger on average [1]. Chronological and biological aging The number of candles on a birthday cake mark a person’s chronological age, but that person’s biological age