Exercise Related News

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Study: More Evidence That Exercise Pivotal in Preventing or Fighting Diabetes

A new study says that acute exercise, as little as 15 minutes a day, can have a profound influence on preventing and fighting the disease.

Exercising with Peers Has Added Appeal, Group Exercise is Highly Motivating

A new study in the April issue of the Annals of Behavioral Medicine has found if given a choice of exercising alone, with people younger or older or with people their same age, most adults would rather exercise with others in their own age group.

Joslin Study: It’s Never Too Late to Start Exercising and Losing Weight

A new study shows that obese adults who lost just 7 percent of their weight and did moderate-intensity physical exercise for six months improved their major blood vessel function by approximately 80 percent, regardless of whether or not they had type 2 diabetes.

Study Raises Questions on Widespread Prescribing of Diabetic Footwear

The evidence suggests that a shift in the diabetic foot care paradigm may be in order.

Exercise, Not Diet, May Be Best Defense Against Heart Disease

Despite widespread attention to diet, calorie intake may not be a major factor in causing death by heart disease.

Being Sedentary, Such as Watching a Lot of TV, Increases the Risk for Diabetes:...

sedentary lifestyle, as indicated by time spent watching television, is associated with an increased risk for type 2 diabetes; and greater physical activity is associated with a reduced risk, according to an article in the June 25 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine, a member of the JAMA family of journals.

Sleep Deprivation Doubles Risks of Obesity in Both Children and Adults

Research has found that sleep deprivation is associated with an almost a two-fold increased risk of being obese for both children and adults.

Researchers: Risk of Diabetes Higher in Neighborhoods That Aren’t Walk-Friendly

Whether your neighbourhood is conducive to walking could determine your risk for developing diabetes...

For Diabetics, Exercise Helps Control Blood Glucose, Trim Waist Size and Body Fat

How important is exercise to people with diabetes? Waist circumference, percentage of body fat, and hemoglobin A1c levels all improved in diabetics who exercised...

Overweight Hispanic Youth Face Increased Risk of Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome

New research shows that large numbers of overweight Hispanic youth already have complications of obesity, including impaired glucose tolerance, which can lead to diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.

East Meets West In Effort To Prevent Diabetes: Researchers Using Traditional Chinese Exercises To...

In a study that is believed to be the first in the world to evaluate the effectiveness of Qigong and Tai Chi to combat the disease, PhD student Liu Xin has developed a series of exercises to reduce the risk of progression to Type 2 diabetes.

Diet and Exercise Dramatically Delay Type 2 Diabetes: Diabetes Medication Metformin Also Effective

At least 10 million Americans at high risk for type 2 diabetes can sharply lower their chances of getting the disease with diet and exercise, according to the findings of a major clinical trial.

Studies: Children’s Health Provided Added Benefit from Longer Exercise

Twenty minutes of daily, vigorous physical activity over just three months can reduce a child's risk of diabetes as well as his total body fat - including dangerous, deep abdominal fat - but 40 minutes works even better...

Do Kids Get Good Exercise in Dance Class? Study Says No.

Most parents think that sending their child to dance class provides a good amount of physical activity and exercise. A new study found that...
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Study: Simple Leg Exercises Can Help Diabetic Heart Health

A UBC study has found that a few simple leg exercises can reduce the risk of diabetes complications, improve blood vessel function and lower...

People Over 40 Need Frequent Exercise to Prevent or Treat Type 2 Diabetes

People over 40 who use aerobic exercise to prevent or control diabetes need not only regular, but frequent, exercise if they are to realize its potential benefits.