In modern society, physical inactivity and sedentary behavior have become common issues globally. This trend is also growing among children, raising concerns for their mental and physical health.

People who did light exercise within 48 hours after a concussion saw their symptoms resolve in about half the time as those who waited more than a week to exercise, a new University of Michigan study ...

The findings show that short-duration, light exercises can significantly improve inhibitory control and elevate mood in children, offering valuable insights for practical interventions. In modern ...

Aladdin Shadyab, Ph.D., is an associate professor at the UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and the Department of Medicine at UC San Diego School of ...

Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive health, equivalent to reversing four years of cognitive aging. That was ...

Increased sedentary time as a child through adolescence is directly linked to childhood obesity, but new research has found light physical activity may completely reverse the adverse process.

Exercise is getting more attention as a useful tool for improving mood. People who exercise regularly report fewer symptoms of depression, and clinical trials comparing exercise to medication or ...

Researchers at the University of California San Diego and Wake Forest University have found that both low and moderate-high intensity exercise could be valuable tools in the fight against Alzheimer's.

A recent study shows that there doesn’t have to be “pain” in order for exercise to protect the brain. Regular exercise of any intensity — even simple stretching and balance moves — can protect the ...

As people age, the body’s strength and flexibility decreases as well. Nevertheless, it is also very important to remain active even in old age. The exercises are not harsh on the body and can be ...