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Topic- Exercise
Multifaceted exercise boosts function in hospitalized older adults
Researchers in Spain have found that an innovative multicomponent exercise intervention provided "significant benefits" over usual care among hospitalized patients in their 80s and 90s.
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Exercise helps heart even if air quality is poor
Even in areas with moderate-to-high levels of traffic pollution, regular physical activity reduced the risk of a first and recurrent heart attack, according to a recent study.
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New AAN guideline: exercise to boost memory, thinking
The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) has updated its practice guideline for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and now says that clinicians should recommend twice-weekly exercise to improve memory and cognition.
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Short bouts of intense strength training boosts bone mass in older women
Just 30 minutes twice a week of high-intensity resistance and impact training (HiRIT) improves functional performance and bone density, structure, and strength in postmenopausal women with low bone mass - and with no adverse side effects, according to a study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research.
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Light intensity activities add to benefits of more vigorous physical activity
According to background in a recent report, apathy (lack of interest or indifference) may hasten cognitive decline among people with dementia.
STUDY: The actions of 40 residents with dementia in a nursing home were tracked using video. Three videos of each resident (while dining, while interacting with a staff member and a random selection) were analyzed. Five factors were evaluated: environmental stimulation, ambiance, crowding, staff familiarity and light and sounds.
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Exercising outdoors keeps midlife women motivated
Does exercising indoors or outdoors affect a woman’s motivation to maintain physical activity? To find out, 23 women ages 52-69 years were assigned to exercise for one hour, three times a week, either indoors or outdoors.
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