exercise Archives

World first trial good news for coronary heart disease patients

A new study published in Heart has found that real-time remotely monitored exercise programs could be an effective way to reach more […]

Exercise is best for managing osteoarthritis

Exercise is the new front runner for treating osteoarthritis ahead of surgery and medications state new Australian guidelines. Released by […]

‘Mind over matter’ key to a healthy lifestyle

People who want to increase their participation in regular exercise and adopt a healthier lifestyle may be best to mentally […]

Warming up to the benefits of stretching

Stretching before exercise has no impact an athlete’s performance on the field, new research from Edith Cowan University has found. […]

High intensity exercise in teenagers could ward off heart disease

New research published in Experimental Physiology has indicated potential differences in heart health benefits of exercise intensity in teenagers. Teenage […]

Exercise makes the blood of obese people healthier

Exercise can reduce inflammation in obese people by changing the characteristics of their blood, according to new research published in […]

Exercise is the best medicine for cancer patients

ACU’s Prue Cormie has led the national push for cancer patients to be prescribed exercise medicine in a dramatic change […]

Fitness tracking devices to motivate older Australians

Researchers from Curtin University have found fitness tracking devices worn by older Australians could help promote physical activity and reduce […]

Exercise to stay young: 4-5 days a week to slow down your heart’s ageing

Participating in exercise 4-5 days per week is necessary to keep your heart young, according to new research published in […]

Physical activity decreases likelihood of depression, major study finds

An international team including researchers from The Black Dog Institute, UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University’s NICM Health Research Institute have […]