Exercise can mitigate depression-like behaviors induced by high-fat, high-sugar diets
Researchers led by Professor Yvonne Nolan at University College Cork have identified specific metabolic pathways through which exercise…
Top recommended activity to keep people over 55 fit – it isn’t walking or running | Other | Sport
A study from Harvard Medical School has recommended a new activity for those over the age of 55…
Why are so many people turning their health and fitness efforts into a numbers game?
Emotionally, Dr Elsa Tan noted that there may be a disproportionate amount of guilt and anxiety from missing…
Coros Apex 4 smartwatch now available: Garmin Fenix rival lasts longer than Apple Watch even with GPS activated
Apex 4 : New smartwatch for endurance athletes. (Image source: Coros) The Coros Apex 4 is a new…
Fitness coach says ‘running is an excellent tool for weight loss’ but it has to be done right; shares 5 simple steps
Running is widely recognised as one of the most effective ways to boost weight loss, improve cardiovascular health,…
Targeting the glycocalyx may offer a new approach to reduce frailty in older adults
A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on August 30, 2025, titled, “Glycocalyx-targeted therapy prevents…
At 43, I have the heart rate of an athlete
I’ve given up running – walking has all the same benefits, from lowering cancer risk to beating depression,…
On The Up: Hastings couple Nane Araia and Wiremu Manaena are changing a community by running free fitness classes
“Just to even pass, honestly. I couldn’t even have cared if it was 51%. That 1% would have…
Jeffing: The Run-Walk Trick That Makes Running Easier
Want to add some extra challenge to your walk? Or want to tone down your too-tough run? “Jeffing”…
Second round of exercise boosts muscle growth in mice
New research offers potential good news for those who’ve lapsed at the gym. The study found that mice…
What are the best exercises for back pain? Here’s what doctors recommend – The Irish Times
When you’re in pain, exercising may feel like the last thing you want to do. But a growing…
Jeffing: The Run-Walk Trick That Makes Running Easier
Want to add some extra challenge to your walk? Or want to tone down your too-tough run? “Jeffing”…