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Topic- Exercise
For older adults, once-a-week strength training is a temporary measure
In the same issue as the ACSM Position Stand, a separate study concentrated on strength training. The researchers noted that stopping exercise (called detraining) can lead to significant declines in strength in a short period of time. Yet, life events, such as a vacation or illness, can lead to interruptions in an exercise routine. What is the least amount of strength training needed to maintain strength?
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Exercise beyond physical activity key point in updated position stand
Although the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, “physical activity” refers to movement during daily activities such as housework or walking to the store, while “exercise” refers to movement that is planned, progressive and repetitive, such as strength training or walking for fitness. This distinction is one of the features of the updated Position Stand on exercise for apparently healthy adults published by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). The Position Stand is consistent with the US Physical Activity Guidelines, plus it adds more specifics on types of exercise and length of time spent exercising.
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How effective is exercise for maintaining bone?
Osteoporosis reduces both the quantity and quality of bone, which in turn increases the risk of fractures. Weight bearing exercise is a standard recommendation for preventing bone loss. A team of researchers was interested in examining whether exercise did prevent bone loss and fracture in postmenopausal women.
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Chronic exercise lowers risk of chronic pain
Recently, ICAA Research Review reported findings from Norway’s Nord-Trøndelag Health Study, a large population survey launched in 1984–1986 by gathering health histories on 75,000 people. In that report, engagement in creative and cultural activities was linked to good health (ICAA Research Review, 11[20] June 2011). A new report associates physical activity with good health in the form of less pain.
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