Physical activity

Physical activity refers to any activity or movement of the body that requires muscle use and expenditure of energy. It can be simple, moderate or intense depending on the difficulty level involved and the extent to which they affect breathing pattern. Examples of simple physical activity include walking, climbing the stairs, gardening and strolling. Moderate physical activity involves brisk walking, dancing, cycling (less than 10 miles per hour) and playing outdoor games. Intense or rigorous physical activity involves running/jogging, fast walking (about 4 and half miles per hour), swimming and competitive sports like basketball and soccer. Regular physical activity has numerous health benefits. All fitness experts recommend at least 20-30 minutes of physical activity daily to keep yourself fit at your age. People who perform mild to moderate physical activity have a reduced risk of lifestyle diseases like diabetes, heart diseases and obesity. It is also associated with reduced risk of cancer, and chronic stress and depression. In this section, you will find articles on all health benefits of performing regular physical activity as well as the consequences of being physically inactive.

Light physical activities may help increase lifespan of older adults

Posted By ANI, March 07, 2020 at 08:37am

A new study suggests that physical activities such as brisk walking that helps in managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol, improve glucose control among many benefits.
Focus on watching cricket is the reason behind insufficient physical activity in Indians : WHO

Posted By IANS, November 23, 2019 at 11:39am

According to a study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, Indian boys are not getting sufficient physical activity because they are spending too much time on screen, watching cricket. Read on to know more.
Older adults should increase their exercise frequency to prevent cardiovascular disease : Study

Posted By ANI, November 18, 2019 at 10:43am

According to a study published in the European Heart Journal, increasing exercise level with age prevents stroke, heart disease. Read on to know more.
5 physical activities that help avoiding early-death

Posted By Editorial Team, November 11, 2019 at 10:29am

High cholesterol, diabetes, and heart ailments at young age, all these factors impact the life span. There are exercises that can help you live healthier and longer life.
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Physical activity reduces the risk of hip fracture in older women : Study

Posted By ANI, November 08, 2019 at 08:21am

According to a study published in JAMA Network Open, regular physical activity lowers fracture risk in older women. Read on to know more.
Take a Hike! It's like a happy pill

Posted By Editorial Team, November 05, 2019 at 07:03pm

Plan a hike in the woods with your friends and family. It will not only bring down your stress level but also enhance your well-being.
Excess physical activity could harm brain capacity : Study

Posted By IANS, September 27, 2019 at 02:17pm

According to the study published in the journal Current Biology, fatigue and reduced cognitive control caused by excess physical activity might constitute to the development of a burnout syndrome. Read on to know more
Mobile app to enhance physical activity in women shows promise: Study

Posted By IANS, May 25, 2019 at 03:03pm

In a recent study, researchers have identified a new mobile app that can help physically inactive females improve their fitness levels by tracking their daily activity.
Reduced screen time means a less sedentary life for your little one

Posted By Editorial Team, April 26, 2019 at 08:37pm

According to the latest WHO guideline, kids under the age of 5 shouldn't be allowed more than an hour of screen time every day. This guideline is based on the premise that sitting for hours in front of the TV or computer may lead to sedentary lives.
Office workers who sit a lot need to exercise

Posted By IANS, April 24, 2019 at 08:38am

A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, has revealed that physical activity is important for people who sit a lot.
Know the reasons behind non-alcoholic fatty liver in children

Posted By Editorial Team, March 01, 2019 at 06:10pm
Your exercise performance (physiological age) can predict how long you will live

Posted By Editorial Team, February 15, 2019 at 12:08pm

Forget your chronological age. Your exercise performance or physiological age is a better predictor of how long you will survive, says a new research in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
Why exercise is a must in your old age

Posted By Editorial Team, February 15, 2019 at 12:06pm

From dealing with memory loss and Alzheimer's Disease to reducing the occurrence of falls, exercises help old men in a number of ways.
Children should get more time for unstructured physical activity every day: Study

Posted By Agencies, February 03, 2019 at 02:36pm

According to a new study, just putting your children into organised sports and physical activities will not keep them them fit. But parents should give their children more time for unstructured physical activity every day.
9 simple ways to deal with stress

Posted By Editorial Team, January 25, 2019 at 02:33pm

A new study has shed light on how exercise can be an effective way to cope with stress. Here are some other ways in which you can deal with stress.
What scientific research studies say about exercise and depression

Posted By Editorial Team, January 24, 2019 at 02:59pm

A new study now supports the popular claim that physical activity may be an effective prevention strategy for depression.
7 parenting tips for healthy, happy kids

Posted By Upneet Pansare, January 23, 2019 at 04:04pm

Celeb nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar guides you on simple things you need to do to ensure your kids are happy and healthy.
WHO says migrants, refugees in Europe vulnerable to diseases

Posted By Agencies, January 22, 2019 at 08:40am

In its first report on Monday on health of refugees and migrants, WHO stated that they may be susceptible to non-communicable and communicable, as well as chronic diseases due to poverty or change of lifestyle to less physical activity and healthy food.
Survey: Over 50 per cent of Indian women are sedentary

Posted By Agencies, January 07, 2019 at 08:23pm

53 per cent of Indian women are "inactive" and burn less than 50 per cent of calories that a person should burn through physical activity
Erectile Dysfunction: 5 lifestyle modifications men need to make ASAP

Posted By Editorial Team, December 05, 2018 at 02:54pm

Erectile dysfunction, in which men are unable to maintain an erection while having sex, can be dealt with by doing a few lifestyle changes.