Tag: Exercise: Misc.
Combo Physical, Mental Activity Prevents Cognitive Decline
Benefits seen were greater than for social interaction alone in older black population
Global Prevalence of Insufficient Activity 27.5 Percent
Levels of insufficient physical activity stable between 2001, 2016; increase seen in high-income countries
Sexual, Physical Abuse Up Odds of Injury for Female Athletes
Lifetime sexual and physical abuse linked to increased likelihood of sports injury among women
Physical Activity Not Linked to Natural Early Menopause
Moderate and strenuous activity in adolescence, young adulthood also not related to menopause risk
Gym Class Memories Can Influence Adults’ Exercise Habits
Those with good memories of gym class more likely to be currently engaging in physical activity
Amount of Physical Exercise Affects Mental Health Burden
Those who exercised had 1.49 fewer days of poor mental health in past month vs. those who did not
Cardiac Profiles Up With Exercise, Less Sitting in Early Old Age
Greater light, moderate-to-vigorous intensity activity tied to more favorable profile in adults age 60 to 64
22.9 Percent of U.S. Adults Meet Aerobic, Strength Activity Goals
Findings for 18- to 64-year-olds; variation seen in percent meeting guidelines by state, sex, work status
Personalized Goals, Cash Motivate Heart Patients to Exercise
Loss-framed financial incentives, goal setting help increase daily step counts
Female Teens, Young Adults Not Getting Enough Exercise
Disparities by race and income levels were seen among national sample
