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06/13/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study: Weekly Weightlifting Linked to Lower Mortality Risk
A new study from Harvard University, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, found that lifting weights for 90 to 120 minutes per week is associated with a lower risk of death from any cause. Researchers followed 147,373 participants in the United States for 30 years. Those who strength trained for two hours each […]
06/12/2026
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By Petra Stone
Physical Therapist Outlines Weekly Workout Blueprint to Build Strength Without Burnout
Shannon Ritchey, a doctor of physical therapy and the founder of Evlo Fitness, outlined a weekly workout structure on the mindbodygreen podcast designed to build strength without leading to fatigue or burnout. Ritchey, a personal trainer, said on the podcast that many fitness routines reward intensity and daily workouts, but that approach ‘often backfires, leading […]
06/11/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study: Tart Cherry Supplementation Alters Muscle Protein Profile After Exercise
New research published in Frontiers in Nutrition has found that tart cherry supplementation changes the protein profile of skeletal muscle in recreationally active young men following exercise-induced muscle damage. The study, conducted on 34 healthy participants, examined cellular-level changes rather than focusing solely on outcomes such as soreness or performance. Tart cherries have been widely […]
06/08/2026
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By Petra Stone
Scoping Review Links Bicycling to Improvements in Mood, Cognition and Social Connection
A scoping review published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living has linked bicycling to improvements across multiple domains of well-being, according to findings drawn from 87 intervention studies conducted across 19 countries. The review, which synthesized data from 1,653 initially identified studies, examined how structured bicycling interventions – including road cycling, mountain biking and […]
06/06/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study: Push-up Capacity Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Risk in Male Firefighters
Study Finds 96% Lower Heart Disease Rate Among Men Who Can Do 40 Push-Ups Middle-aged men who can complete 40 or more push-ups had a 96% lower rate of cardiovascular events over 10 years compared with men who could do fewer than 10, according to a Harvard-affiliated study published in JAMA Network Open. [1] [2] The study tracked […]
06/05/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study: Moderate Exercise May Mitigate Harmful Effects of Nanoplastic Exposure
A new study published in The FASEB Journal reports that moderate aerobic exercise may reduce several harmful effects of nanoplastic exposure in zebrafish, including oxidative stress, hormone disruption, and anxiety-like behavior. Researchers exposed adult female zebrafish to polystyrene nanoplastics for 21 days; some fish performed 20 minutes of moderate exercise daily while others remained sedentary, […]
06/04/2026
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By Petra Stone
Ginger Supplementation Reduces Muscle Soreness, Review Finds
A review published in Nutrition Reviews found that consuming 2 grams of ginger daily for 11 consecutive days before exercise reduced delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) by 23% to 25%. Registered dietitian nutritionist Molly Knudsen wrote about the review in a June 1, 2026 article on mindbodygreen. The review examined multiple placebo-controlled studies and found that […]
06/01/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study Suggests 10-Minute Stretches to Ease Shoulder and Neck Stiffness for Sedentary Workers
Neck and shoulder aches are a common complaint among office workers who spend hours in a seated position. Research indicates that limited shoulder blade mobility is closely associated with this discomfort, according to a 2023 study cited by health reporter Amber Yang. A 10-minute stretching routine, designed to be performed at a desk, may help […]
06/01/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study Shows Physical Activity Improves Sleep Quality and Duration: Scientific Review Finds Consistent Evidence
A systematic review of existing trials has found consistent evidence that regular physical activity improves sleep quality and duration, with resistance training showing the strongest benefits. The research published August 2023 in Cureus synthesized data from multiple clinical trials. It compared five categories of exercise – aerobic activities, resistance training, balance exercises, flexibility routines and combination workouts – […]
05/31/2026
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By Petra Stone
Study: 560-610 Minutes of Weekly Exercise May Cut Cardiovascular Risk by Over 30%
A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that adults who exercised 560 to 610 minutes per week had a more than 30% lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared with inactive individuals, according to web sources [1][2]. Current World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines recommending 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week were […]
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