Many women feel there is inadequate support for exercise after the birth of a child, stating a need for more information from health-care professionals about guidelines for returning to physical activity.
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When asked about postpartum exercise, women were curious about strategies and recommendations for physical activity after the birth of a child, including finding the time, energy and motivation.
Studying the genetic aspects of fatty liver disease can help identify its causes and consequences and find new treatments.
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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is surprisingly common, affecting about one in four adults. Eating processed foods and sugary drinks can increase the risk of developing the disease.
Children and young people with disabilities should aim for between 120 and 180 minutes of aerobic activity a week.
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Debating whether school uniforms are good or bad sidesteps a bigger issue: students – especially girls – need better designed garments that support their learning and well-being.
Behavioural change techniques frequently used in in-person fitness training were often absent from YouTube videos.
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Over half of people who intend to make healthy lifestyle changes fail to do so. Understanding the automatic tendencies that prevent people from enacting a new health habit can help them stick to it.
Exercise spurs the release of the body’s natural cannabinoids, which have myriad benefits for mental health and stress relief.
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A growing body of research points to the body’s natural cannabinoid system as the primary driver behind the runner’s high – and the mental health boost and stress relief following exercise.
Physical activity can help protect the brain as we age.
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People who were more active had lower levels of inflammation in their brain.
Many workplace fitness facilities — like standing desks, on-site gyms and showers, and easy access to walking paths — are mostly available to white-collar, higher-income workers who already face fewer barriers to exercise outside of work.
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To get more workers to be active, public health messaging must recognize the important role employers can play in creating the conditions for workers to focus on exercise.
Gamification is a promising method for encouraging less car use in urban areas.
Dot Dumuid, University of South Australia and Tim Olds, University of South Australia
Too much time studying isn’t good for you or your grades. The challenge is to find the best balance of study, sleep and other activity to improve learning without compromising well-being.
Studies point to students’ movement skills declining during lockdowns, especially among younger children. Levels of physical activity must be restored to avoid lifelong harm to their health.
Exercise is shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect.
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Physical activity and sport are important in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. However, there are barriers to these activities for some communities. How can this be addressed?
Tim Olds, University of South Australia; Carol Maher, University of South Australia, and Verity Booth, University of South Australia
Studies have shown a drop in physical activity for kids during lockdowns, which could impact their long term health. But their mums are getting more active.