Physical Activity Linked to Better Immune Health
We review three studies that find associations between physical activity and lower risk of infection and hypertension, and how exercise mediates obesity-related mortality risks.
Health Benefits of Exercise Report
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Physical Inactivity a Top Predictor of Severe COVID-19 Outcomes
We review three studies that show a link between physical inactivity and odds of more severe COVID-19 outcomes, the potential benefits of resistance training for people with rheumatoid arthritis, and Pilates’ efficacy as a fall risk prevention strategy.
Physical Activity During COVID-19 Linked to Mood
We review three studies that show a link between low physical activity during COVID-19 to anxiety and depression, the potential for exercise to improve sleep quality in older adults, and how higher objectively measured fitness and strength levels lower the odds of anxiety and depression.
Higher Activity Tied to Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Events
We review three studies that show a link between higher levels of physical activity and incident cardiovascular disease, outline the vital role physical activity plays for breast cancer patients and survivors, and find an association between higher levels of exercise capacity and lower odds of COVID-19 hospitalization.
Resistance Exercise Lowers Anxiety Symptoms in Young Adults
We review three studies that show resistance exercise can lower anxiety symptoms in young adults, higher levels of moderate-vigorous physical activity can mitigate the risks of lengthy sitting time, and physical activity is linked to lower rates of diabetic neuropathy and improved kidney function in people with type 1 diabetes.
Medically Referred Exercise Program Provides Health Benefits
We review three studies showing how medical referrals to an exercise program can benefit health outcomes, the influence of exercise on brain DNA damage and related neurological conditions, and the potential for physical activity as a helpful adjunct treatment for COVID-19 recovery.
The Preventive Role of Exercise in the COVID-19 Outbreak
We review three studies showing how physical activity positively impacts overall health in the general population, cognitive and non-cognitive outcomes in people with mild cognitive impairment and dementia, and quality of life in breast cancer patients.
More Activity, Lower Mortality in People with Chronic Disease
We review three studies showing how physical activity provides benefits to people with chronic disease, Parkinson's disease, and gestational diabetes.
Physical Inactivity & the COVID-19 Pandemic
We review three studies showing how physical inactivity can affect COVID-19 outcomes, what the evidence says about physical activity and Alzheimer’s disease risk, and the benefit of adding exercise to behavioral therapy for depression treatment.
Exercise Benefits Cancer Patients Undergoing Radiotherapy
Learn about three studies showing how exercise can alleviate adverse side effects for some cancer patients, be used as a prevention and mental health promotion strategy, and how it can help lower depression and hostility in sedentary adults.