#physical-activity

#physical-activity

Grip strength was found to be a better predictor of premature death than other barometers, like blood pressure, in a massive study that tracked the health of 139,691 people for a median of 40 years. Another review of literature on the subject concluded: "There is adequate evidence to support the use of grip strength as an explanatory or predictive biomarker of specific outcomes such as generalized strength and function, bone mineral density, fractures and falls, nutritional status, disease status and comorbidity load, cognition, depression and sleep, hospital-related variables and mortality."

Fiorella Rafael remembers feeling stiff at the end of every day in her old office job. That lack of movement would creep up and compound over the week, she says. Though standing and walking meetings were encouraged, with deadlines to meet it wasn't always tenable. It's partly what drove me to become a pilates instructor, she says. Now Rafael teaches pilates at Sydney's Scout Studios, where she meets people like me who spend far too much time sitting.

Older people who onlywalk 4,000 daily steps once a week still reduce their risk of dying early by a quarter, a study suggests. Staying active is known to bring a wide range of health benefits. But many people in their 60s, 70s and beyond may struggle for a variety of reasons to maintain the step count they used to reach. Until now it has been unclear how much people need to do as they age to reap the rewards.

Remember working during COVID? While healthcare workers, first responders, and restaurant employees still had to show up in person, many others suddenly found themselves working from home, logging into Zoom meetings in pajama pants. For some, the isolation was tough. Others loved more time with family, the freedom to work from anywhere, and not having long commutes. Some people even traded expensive city apartments for more affordable homes or resort-style locations.

Actively engaging with music, such as singing or playing a wind instrument, improves lung function, enhancing oxygen delivery to the bloodstream and brain, which benefits physical and mental performance.

"Whether it's a young person who brushes off a fall or someone older who thinks it's just a part of aging, it's important to understand that falls can lead to complications like infections or long-term disability."

"In general, individuals who went to bed earlier engaged in more frequent and longer physical activity per day than those who habitually went to bed later."

Walking speed at age 45 has been linked to significant brain aging markers, with slower walkers experiencing greater cognitive decline and reduced brain volume over time.

Momentum Park(our) offers an interactive experience that combines Parkour with educational insights about physical movement and urban play, aimed at all ages.

It's hard to bring those days back since we live in a totally different era right now. But what parents can do now is to create specific times when everyone has to put down their phones and play a game.

I waited until later to have kids, and I thought it would mean slowing down. Instead, I feel more active as an older mom than before having kids.

Failure to do this will risk a reduction in physical activity levels, a negative impact on physical and mental health, greater health inequalities and lower productivity.

During Mini Mornings, our mini jumpers have exclusive access to a massive trampoline area, dodgeball court, custom airtrack, and a colorful playground.

This research highlights the impact of leaderboards in promoting physical activity through social influence and competition, suggesting tailored approaches based on individuals' prior activity levels.

Rugby is a popular international sport ideal for developing strength, endurance, agility, and speed, making it enjoyable to play casually and competitively.