Just 20 minutes of brisk walking a day may be all it takes to lessen a sedentary person’s risk of early death, says one study. The researchers also found that risk of early death due to lack of exercise is double that posed by obesity and does not necessarily depend on being overweight or obese. […]
With age, joints naturally become stiffer, and bones get weaker. But skipping exercise can make the problem worse. While it is important to incorporate regular exercise into our lifestyles, sometimes heavy physical activity can have a negative impact on our joints. Low-impact exercise is a type of exercise that places less stress upon the joints […]
People with diabetes are encouraged to exercise regularly for better blood sugar control and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. However, there are safety precautions diabetics should take while exercising. • Start at a moderate level and build up exercise intensity. This allows the body to become used to the activity. • Keep an […]
