MyHealthNewsDaily Archives
Athletes Can Tolerate More Pain
May 17, 2012, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
A new study indicates athletes do indeed have a higher pain threshold.
Why Mariano Rivera's Torn ACL Is a Devastating Injury
May 04, 2012, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
The ACL is unlike other ligaments in the knee, and needs surgical reconstruction if it's torn.
Jogging Regularly Can Add Years to Your Life
May 03, 2012, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
People who jogged regularly lived 5 or 6 years longer than those who didn't, a new study says.
Sports Drinks & Energy Drinks Cause Permanent Tooth Damage
May 01, 2012, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
As sports drinks and energy drinks have become more popular, a related problem has emerged.
Bike Sharing Popular, Helmets Not So Much
April 30, 2012, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
Bike-sharing programs are on the rise around the United States. That’s good.
Women Get Less Exercise than Men
April 11, 2012, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
Women in the United States are less likely than men to get at least 30 minutes of exercise a day.
5 Experts Answer: Is Running Bad for Your Knees?
April 06, 2012, Lauren Cox, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
By itself, running won't cause osteoarthritis or other knee problems, experts say, but there are a few things that may make the knee pain more likely.
Shorter, More Intense Workouts May Be Healthier
March 30, 2012, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
People who exercise vigorously for short amounts of time may be healthier than those who do longer sessions of moderate exercise, a new study says.
5 Tips for Sitting Less During Your Work Day
March 14, 2012, Deborah Enos, CN, MyHealthNewsDaily Columnist
Sitting may increase your risk of chronic diseases. Here are a few tips for spending less time in your chair.
Exercise Changes Genes Within Minutes
March 06, 2012, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
Exercise causes chemical modifications to genes that may ultimately play a role in the body's adaptation to exercise.
Almost Half of US Workers Say Weight is Biggest Health Concern
February 28, 2012, David Mielach, BusinessNewsDaily Staff Writer
What are you worried about in 2012?
Exercise is Good for Your Health and Your Career
February 28, 2012, David Mielach, BusinessNewsDaily Staff Writer
How can working out help you at work?
Exercise During Pregnancy Is Safe for Moms and Babies
February 24, 2012, Linda Thrasybule, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
The study is one of the few that looked at the direct effect of exercise on the fetus -- researchers measured fetal heart beat and blood flow through the umbilical cord.
Massage May Enhance Exercise Benefits, Study Finds
February 01, 2012, Joseph Brownstein, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Massage do more than just make you feel good -- a new study shows that a massage after a workout reduces inflammation and revs up your muscles' ability to make energy.
9 Tips for Exercising in Winter Weather
January 20, 2012, Remy Melina, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
With the right preparations and safety precautions, you can easily work out while enjoying winter's fresh, frosty air.
Yoga Made Safer: Experts Provide Do's and Don'ts
January 19, 2012, Allison Becker, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Here are tips from experts to avoid injuries while doing yoga.
Marathon Runners at Low Risk of Cardiac Arrest
January 12, 2012, Linda Thrasybule, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Marathon runners do not have a higher risk of their hearts suddenly stopping than people doing other types of sports, a new study shows.
Americans Increasingly Rely on Technology for Health
November 29, 2011, David Mielach, BusinessNewsDaily Contributor
Do you exercise with your phone?
Exercise Helps You Sleep Better
November 28, 2011, Remy Melina, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
People who routinely exercise sleep significantly better and feel more alert during the day, a new study shows.
5 Experts Answer: Can Yoga Help You Lose Weight?
November 08, 2011, Lauren Cox, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Yoga can help with weight loss, but it depends on the kind of yoga.
5 Most Amazing Marathon Feats
November 06, 2011, Luke Yoquinto, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Here are five stories of the greatest marathon-related feats.
Exercise Fights Effect of 'Obesity Gene'
November 01, 2011, Joseph Castro, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff Writer
Exercise even helps people with a genetic predisposition for obesity.
City Cyclists Breathe In More Black Soot
September 27, 2011, Remy Melina, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Cyclists in cities have higher levels of black carbon, which is present in car exhaust and associated with heart attacks and reduced lung function, in their lungs than pedestrians, a new UK study shows.
Don't Sit Tight: 6 Ways to Make a Deadly Activity Healthier
September 12, 2011, Maureen Salamon, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Sitting puts unhealthy forces on your body, follow these six tips for healthier sitting.
7 Common Exercise Errors — And How to Fix Them
September 02, 2011, Eric Hal Schwartz, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Here are seven exercises people commonly do incorrectly, and how to do them right.