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SPOTLIGHT: Exercise keeping octogenarians fit

admin — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 06:21:04 +0000

SPOTLIGHT: Exercise keeping octogenarians fit
PAUL SWIECH The (Bloomington) Pantagraph BLOOMINGTON, Ill. Following his workout, Glenn Bradd lifted his shirt to reveal tight abdominals. “I’ve still got a six-pack,” the retired farmer said. “I’m not bragging. But I have worked for this.” “I think I’m doing pretty good for 87.” That’s right. Bradd, of Bloomington, will turn 87 on July 22. He has been exercising at the Bloomington-Normal YMCA …

Strenuous Exercise May Protect Brain

admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 06:18:06 +0000

Strenuous Exercise May Protect Brain
(USA TODAY) — Older people who regularly exercise at moderate to intense levels may have a 40% lower risk of developing brain damage linked to ischemic strokes, certain kinds of dementia and mobility problems.

Setting small goals makes exercise easy

admin — Mon, 23 May 2011 00:14:22 +0000

Setting small goals makes exercise easy
Now that beach season is upon us, plenty of people are thinking about picking up another shape-up routine. Starting an exercise program – and sticking with it – is all about recognizing your own style.

Exercise may solve diabetes dilemma

admin — Sun, 15 May 2011 12:14:18 +0000

Exercise may solve diabetes dilemma
Pregnant women will be asked to get on their bikes as part of a major WA study. The Cycle Study, involving at least 200 women with a history of gestational diabetes, aims to prevent a recurrence and reduce the chances of obesity and diabetes in the offspring. The women will take part in a supervised exercise program in their own homes.

Exercise protects the heart via nitric oxide

admin — Fri, 06 May 2011 18:15:17 +0000

Exercise protects the heart via nitric oxide
( Emory University ) Exercise both reduces the risk of a heart attack and protects the heart from injury if a heart attack does occur. For years, doctors have been trying to dissect how this second benefit of exercise works, with the aim of finding ways to protect the heart after a heart attack. Researchers have identified the ability of the heart to produce and store nitric oxide as an …

Diet and exercise best way to lose weight

admin — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:25:11 +0000

Diet and exercise best way to lose weight
SEATTLE, April 16 (UPI) — Diet and exercise are most effective for weight loss when done together, as opposed to just doing one or the other, U.S. researchers suggest.

Diet, exercise combination best way to lose weight

admin — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:20:26 +0000

Diet, exercise combination best way to lose weight
Washington, April 15 (IANS) The combination of dieting and exercise can make you shed 11 percent of your weight — way more than what you would lose by following either of the strategy individually, says a new study.

Take care in beginning a new exercise program

admin — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:15:31 +0000

Take care in beginning a new exercise program
Starting an exercise program is a feat that should be congratulated and admired. However, it is also something that should be done with thought and concern. It is important to implement an appropriate exercise program that is safe and conducive to an individual’s health.

KIPDA Tri-County Rural Diabetes Coalition Meets in Bullitt County on March 17th; Concept Mapping Exercise for Diabetes …

admin — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 06:14:45 +0000

KIPDA Tri-County Rural Diabetes Coalition Meets in Bullitt County on March 17th; Concept Mapping Exercise for Diabetes …
KIPDA Rural Diabetes Coalition will meet on March 17, 2011 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Shepherdsville City Hall, 634 Conestoga Parkway, in Shepherdsville, KY. This meeting falls under the jurisdiction of the KIPDA Rural Diabetes Grant Steering Committee. The majority of the coalition meeting will be spent on a concept mapping exercise assisting in the formation of the Coalition that will be …

Kidney transplant recipients should exercise to live longer

admin — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 18:14:01 +0000

Kidney transplant recipients should exercise to live longer
Washington, Mar 6 : Kidney transplant patients with low physical activity are more likely to die early, suggests a new study.