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Cyber Exercise Partners Help You Go The Distance
26 May 2012
A new study testing the benefits of a virtual exercise partner shows the presence of a moderately more capable cycling partner can significantly boost the motivation - by as much as 100 percent - to stick to an exercise program... [read article]

Exercise Affects The Brain
23 May 2012
It is a well-known fact that exercise is good for the body. It clears the mind, improving blood circulation and supplies the brain with more oxygen. According to David Bucci, an associate professor at Dartmouth's Department... [read article]

For COPD Patients, Pulmonary Rehabilitation And Improvement In Exercise Capacity Improve Survival
22 May 2012
Pulmonary rehabilitation and improvement in exercise capacity significantly improve survival in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a new study from the UK... [read article]

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21 May 2012

"Nordic Walking" Benefits Heart Failure Patients
Researchers Studying How Exercise Affects The Brain
The Cognitive Effects Of Head Impacts In Athletics Investigated By Researchers
20 May 2012

Regular Exercise May Increase Pain Tolerance
18 May 2012

Running Marathons - Death Risk Low, Higher Among Men
Strict School Physical Education Laws Improve Children's Health
A Competent, Virtual Exercise Partner Can Boost Motivation And Improve Team Performance
The Risks Of Running Marathons
First Case Of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy In Blast-Exposed Military Personnel
15 May 2012

Sport's Related Sudden Heart Attacks - Prevention Hampered By Lack Of Basic Knowledge
Nearly 1 In 5 Lower-Income Parents Report Costs Forced Their Children To Cut Back On Sports
If You Have A Family History Of Hypertension, Physical Fitness May Reduce Your Risk
11 May 2012

Long Car Commutes Risk Health
10 May 2012

Exercise Reduces Breast And Colon Cancer Death Rates
Federal Exercise Recommendations Not Met By Americans
The Sex And Age Of Athletes Affects Recovery From Concussions
Breast And Colon Cancer Survivors Live Longer When Physically Active
08 May 2012

Getting Kids Off Their Seats - Parental Encouragement Vital
Compulsory Physical Education Results In Fitter Students
Muscle Wasting Caused By Aging And Heart Failure Can Be Slowed By Exercise
07 May 2012

Load-Bearing Exercise By Males In Their Early 20s May Shield Them From Osteoporosis In Old Age
Moderate, Regular Jogging Relates To Dramatic Increase In Life Expectancy
06 May 2012

Joggers Live Much Longer
04 May 2012

Frequent Jogging Increases Lifespan Considerably
03 May 2012

2012 Football Helmet Ratings From Virginia Tech
Age-Related Memory Loss May Be Reduced By Computer Use And Exercise
30 April 2012

Skin Problems Plague Athletes
Improving Treatment For Musculoskeletal Ski/Snowboard Injuries
Yoga May Help Prevent Adolescent Mental Problems
27 April 2012

Building Muscle Without Heavy Weights
Reducing Stress Levels After Strenuous Exercise Using New Mouthpiece
Complications Of Sickle Cell Trait May Be Improved By Exercise
26 April 2012

Stock Car Racers Need Upper Body Strength
Many Asthmatic Athletes May Not Be Using Best Therapy
25 April 2012

Protein Combination Best For Building Muscle Post-Workout
Breast Cancer Survivors Need To Let Go To Boost Quality Of Life
Seniors' Exercise Program May Prevent Dementia
Boxing Likely To Cause Damage To The Brain
23 April 2012

The Role Of Exercise In Life Expectancy, Smoking Cessation
21 April 2012

Exercising Daily Lowers Alzheimer's Risk, Even If You Start Later In Life
How Exercising In Different Natural Environments Benefits Your Health And Well-Being
20 April 2012

Mayo Clinic Climbs Everest For Heart Research
Hypertensive Patients Who Exercise Have Lower Death Risk
People With High Blood Pressure Can Reduce Their Mortality Risk By Exercising
Newly Recognized Feature Of Athlete's Heart Found To Be More Prevalent In Black Male Athletes
Alzheimer's Disease Risk May Be Reduced At Any Age By Daily Physical Activity
19 April 2012

Exercise Lowers Alzheimer's Risk, Even If You Start Late
Women At Greater Risk Of Knee Injuries
18 April 2012

Rise In Football-Related Catastrophic Brain Injuries
16 April 2012

During Breast Cancer Treatment, Exercise Improves Quality Of Life
15 April 2012

'Overuse' Responsible For Nearly 30% Of All College Athlete Injuries
11 April 2012

Women Risk Metabolic Syndrome Through Lack Of Exercise
10 April 2012

Psychological Distress Less Likely In Older Adults Who Stay Active
07 April 2012

Surfer Punches Shark And Survives
05 April 2012

Caffeine, Exercise May Cut Skin Cancer Risk
04 April 2012

A Regular Walking Regimen Can Benefit Some Cancer Survivors
28 March 2012

Trampoline Advice Issued By Orthopedic Surgeons
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