Your heart is like a pump, always working to keep you alive. When you're just sitting around, your heart still beats, and that's your resting heart rate. For most people, this number is between 60 and 100 beats per minute. But if you're super fit, like a marathon runner, it might be as low as 30 to
Ever feel like your body is not ready when you start exercising? It might be because you're skipping an important step. Warmed-up muscles work better. This is not just an old wives' tale. Science backs it up. Research shows that warming up can make your muscles stronger and faster. The study found
Exercise is a powerful tool for keeping the brain healthy as we age. It helps protect against mental health issues and diseases that affect the brain. When we do aerobic exercise, our muscles and heart need more oxygen. This increased demand can lead to temporary low oxygen levels, which might actua
Type 2 diabetes is a serious condition that affects millions of people. It's not just about blood sugar levels. It's also about the tiny world of bacteria in your gut. These bacteria play a big role in your health. When you have type 2 diabetes, this world can get out of balance. This is called dysb
People with diabetes often face a tough challenge: foot ulcers. These sores can be stubborn and slow to heal. Doctors usually tell patients to rest and avoid putting pressure on the affected foot. But is this the best approach? Recent research suggests that exercise might actually help. Sixteen stu
Tendons are the unsung heroes of our bodies, connecting muscles to bones and enabling movement. However, they often go unnoticed until something goes wrong. Unlike muscles, tendons don't heal as quickly or easily. When they get injured, it can be hard to notice at first. But over time, these injurie
Sleep is a big deal for your health. It's not just about the hours you spend in bed. It's about how well you sleep. Poor sleep can lead to serious health problems. It can make you tired, affect your brain, and even cause long-term illnesses. Exercise is key to better sleep. Moving your body during
What if your body's muscle and fat levels could tell us something about your brain's age? A recent study suggests that might be the case. Scientists used full-body MRI scans and AI to examine 1, 164 adults. They wanted to see if muscle levels and fat distribution were linked to how young or old our
Elderly individuals with cognitive impairment often struggle with sleep and mood. A recent study explored how regular exercise can make a difference. The research focused on two types of exercise: eccentric resistance and combined aerobic plus resistance. The goal was to see how these activities imp
A recent investigation has uncovered a surprising twist in the world of diabetes management. It seems that a widely used diabetes medication, metformin, might be interfering with the positive effects of regular physical activity. This finding is quite unexpected, as exercise is typically encouraged
