Physical Activity

Even an extra 15 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous running, jumping, or kicking a ball can dramatically cut the risk of childhood obesity, according to researchers.

Children aware of VERB reported engaging in significantly more physical activity than children unaware of VERB.

New study suggests that just twice a week resistance training is helpful for maintaining control of blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.

New research suggests that “free-living” activity has a beneficial effect that reduces the risk of mortality among older adults who are generally healthy.

Improved cardiovascular fitness (CVF) and body fatness during childhood and adolescence has been associated with a healthier cardiovascular profile not only during these years but also later in life.

Physical Activity effects every cell in your body.

Physical activity may be especially helpful in reducing the size of fat cells around the waistline — more so than diet alone.

Expending energy by walking, climbing stairs, doing household chores, or even washing windows enhances survival in older adults.

Regular physical exercise is one of the most important factors predicting glycemic control in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), according to the results of a cross-sectional analysis.