People wearing a pedometer walked an average of 318 more steps daily than those without a tracker.... Read More
fitness and health
Walking and Health
Regular physical activity is one of the most important acts we can do to improve or maintain good health. Movement is associated with lower risks of several cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and more.... Read More
Weightlifting and Diabetes
Your body breaks down most of the food we consume into sugar (glucose) and releases it into the bloodstream. As your blood sugar rises, the pancreas responds by releasing insulin. Insulin is a key to blood sugar entering the body’s cells for use as energy.... Read More
The Optimal Exercise Volume
Now that we have established that some physical activity is good for your heart, is more always better? Does chronic excessive endurance activity negatively impact your heart health or longevity?... Read More
Exercise and Life Expectancy
The American Diabetes Association reminds us, “We should prescribe physical activity and exercise to all individuals with diabetes as part of the management of glycemic [blood sugar] control and overall health.”... Read More
How Long Should I Exercise?
A new research investigation suggests that doing more than recommended by current guidance on moderate and vigorous physical activity levels may add years to your life.... Read More