Tag: exercise
Healthy Habits to Combat Fatty Liver Disease
The Hepatology Society of the Philippines reiterated the importance of food discipline and regular exercise in combating Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD). At a Philippine College of Physicians (PCP) forum, Dr. Jennielyn Agcaoili-Conde, Vice President of the society, highlighted […]
When Exercise Becomes a Risk to the Heart
Heart in trouble with exercise overload Losing weight is commonly the agenda in everyone’s new year’s resolutions list. One of the most effective and practical ways of gaining one’s ideal weight and fit is adopting a healthier and more active […]
Japan’s Latest Health Mandates Promote Fitness Across All Ages; Launches ‘Health Japan 21’
In a bid to overhaul and update the recommended fitness criteria, Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare have unveiled their long-awaited draft guidelines for physical activity after a decade-long hiatus. The latest recommendations aim to redefine the exercise regimes […]
Weight control in a pill?
A collaborative effort led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine (Baylor) looks into the possibility of packaging the benefits of exercise – in relation to weight management – into pill form. The researchers have identified a molecule in the […]
Breathing exercises key to exercise tolerance in middle-aged people
Past research from reputable US sources shows adults tend to reduce or stop physical activity as they age. However, regular exercise is crucial for middle-aged and older adults to prevent health complications and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Recent […]
How to declutter your mind and develop personal agency
The mind is a powerful tool: it is necessary to take stock of our mental well-being from time-to-time and create the best version of our mind that is in line with our values, interests, and passions. This is referred to […]
Why you should consider jump rope
A quick, at-home workout is ideal during the pandemic, when access to outdoor sporting facilities and gyms are limited. One such workout, jumping rope, has been shown to build strength, speed, and agility, according to research from various institutes. Here’s […]
Ditch New Year’s crash dieting and what you can do instead
Guilty from the holiday binge and with less than a week to New Year’s, many people have begun planning their 2022 dietary regime to get back on track with their weight, but most will – unfortunately – be unable to […]
Isometric resistance training shown to safely reduce high blood pressure
Isometric resistance training (IRT) is a type of strength training exercise that involves applying tension to muscles without movement of the surrounding joints, examples of which include wall sits or planks. IRT is different from traditional exercises where joints are […]
