The Burpee is a classic, though frequently detested, exercise that is great for building strength and aerobic capacity; or just making you feel tired! Find out about the Burpee under the main page heading of ‘Exercises’.
Take a walk on National Walking Day
Originally posted on Rehabilitate Your Heart:
What is National Walking Day? The American Heart Association has named the first Wednesday of each April, National Walking Day. This day is dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of physical activity. Invite your family, friends and coworkers to walk with you towards a healthier life! Why start walking?…
Research: Walkable Communities & Adolescent Weight
According to the Bridging the Gap study, the odds of student overweight or obesity decreased if they lived in communities with higher walkability index scores. Physical activity plays an important role in fighting obesity and overweight. The physical environment of communities can significantly impact physical activity and, therefore, health outcomes. Key Findings: The odds of… Read More
Research: Physical Activity, Sedentary Patients & Parkinson’s
Research Paper Title Promotion of Physical Activity and Fitness in Sedentary Patients with Parkinson’s Disease: Randomised Controlled Trial. Study Question To evaluate whether a multi-faceted behavioural change programme increases physical activities in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Summary Answer The ParkFit behavioural change programme did not increase overall physical activity, as measured with the LASA physical… Read More
Research: Outdoor Exercise, Green & Beneficial
Research Paper Title The Great Outdoors: How A Green Exercise Environment can Benefit All. Abstract The studies of human and environment interactions usually consider the extremes of environment on individuals or how humans affect the environment. It is well known that physical activity improves both physiological and psychological well-being, but further evidence is required to… Read More
Research: Loaded March & Performance
Research Paper Title Frequency of Loaded Road March Training and Performance on a Loaded Road March. Background Four groups of soldiers (N=137) participated in a 9 week physical training programme that was similar except for the amount of loaded road march training. The groups conducted road marching as follow: Group O (GPO) did not perform… Read More
New Sub-section: The Squat
Discover an interesting article about the squat under the main page ‘Exercises’.
