Tag: Physical Activity
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Kinesiophobia in Aging Adults: How Fear of Movement Impacts Activity and Quality of Life
Understanding kinesiophobia in older adults Kinesiophobia, the fear of movement due to anticipated pain or injury, is not just a condition for athletes or injury patients. In aging populations, this fear can become a powerful barrier to maintaining an active lifestyle. As people age, chronic pain from conditions like osteoarthritis, back pain, or neuropathy can…
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Kinesiophobia in Aging Adults: How Fear of Movement Reduces Activity and Diminishes Quality of Life
Understanding kinesiophobia in later life Kinesiophobia—the fear of movement due to anticipated pain or injury—has emerged as a meaningful barrier to healthy aging. While pain is a common companion of aging, the arms race between body and mind occurs when fear exaggerates potential harm from everyday activities. Recent research has begun to shine a light…
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Continuous Walking for Heart Health: Longer Sessions Benefit
New insights on walking patterns and heart health A new international study underscores a simple, adjustable approach to improving cardiovascular health for physically inactive adults. Researchers from the University of Sydney and the Universidad Europea in Spain found that longer periods of continuous walking confer greater heart benefits than the same total number of steps…
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Kinesiophobia in Aging Adults: How the Fear of Movement Impacts Activity and Quality of Life
Understanding kinesiophobia in aging populations Kinesiophobia, the fear of movement stemming from the anticipation of pain or re-injury, is increasingly recognized as a barrier to healthy aging. For older adults, this fear can be especially impactful because it intersects with existing aches, chronic conditions, and natural changes in mobility. When the mind anticipates pain, even…
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Continuous Walking Patterns Boost Cardiovascular Health: Longer Sessions Beat Short Bouts
New Insights on Walking Patterns and Heart Health A large international study, led by researchers from the University of Sydney and the Universidad Europea in Spain, highlights a simple shift that could meaningfully improve cardiovascular outcomes for physically inactive adults. The research shows that longer, continuous walking sessions offer greater heart and artery benefits than…
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A Longer Walk Daily May Beat Short Bursts for a Healthier Heart, Study Finds
Longer Walks, Bigger Heart Health Benefits A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine highlights an important insight for people who want to improve their heart health but aren’t big exercisers: longer walks can offer more protective benefits for the heart than multiple short strolls scattered throughout the day. Researchers analyzed data from…
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Longer Walking Bouts Benefit Heart Health, Study Finds
Longer Walking Bouts Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk and Longevity Walking is a simple, scalable form of exercise, but new research suggests the way you accumulate those steps matters just as much as the total number. A large international study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that adults who tended to accumulate…
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One long walk beats short strolls for a healthy heart, study says
Longer Walks May Benefit Heart Health More Than Short Strolls A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine suggests that taking longer, uninterrupted walks can be better for heart health than accumulating many short strolls, especially for people who are not regularly active. The researchers tracked tens of thousands of adults and found…
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Longer Walks, Bigger Health Wins: New Study Promotes 15-Minute Walking Bouts
Longer Walking Bouts Linked to Greater Health Benefits If you’re aiming to improve heart health through walking, the newest research suggests that the length of each walk matters as much as the total steps you take. A large international study tracking tens of thousands of adults found that accumulating most daily steps in bouts of…
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Longer Walks, Longer Health: Study Finds Benefits Grow with Extended Walking Bouts
Longer Walking Bouts May Boost Heart Health More Than Short, Frequent Steps A large international study suggests that the key to improving heart health and longevity may lie in how long you walk, not just how many steps you take. Researchers analyzed daily activity patterns of 33,560 adults and found that those who accumulated most…