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Physical and Mental Health - Exercise, Fitness and Activity
Healthy body, healthy mind! Physical Exercise, Fitness, Running, Jogging, Gym and Activity. Twitter Hashtag: #GymEd Curated by Peter Mellow |
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A fascinating new study in rodents suggests that the exercise you do now can carry through your genes and benefit future grandchildren.
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The director of Cincinnati's Flying Pig Marathon defended the decision, given that the boy's father "was determined to do the race with his young child regardless."
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Studies point to students’ movement skills declining during lockdowns, especially among younger children. Levels of physical activity must be restored to avoid lifelong harm to their health.
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Boss of the home fitness equipment firm warns parents to keep children away from its machines.
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Even light physical activity among adolescents was linked to better mental health as they got older, new research shows.
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Repair may be especially helpful for children, who are more likely than older patients to reinjure a reconstructed A.C.L., a pioneer of the surgery says.
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When it comes to kids and strength training, parents often want to know at what age their children should start lifting weights. Learn what questions to ask to determine whether or not your child is ready to start a resistance-training program.
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The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has released a new official statement regarding energy drinks, published today in the college’s clinical review journal, Current Sports Medicine Reports. “Energy Drinks: A Contemporary Issues Paper” provides helpful guidance and warnings regarding these beverages because of the dangers they present to at-risk populations, primarily children who are the most vulnerable and the target of marketing efforts. Â
“Energy drinks are extremely popular and concerns about their consumption are coming from every sector of society, which is why we’ve published these recommendations.”  said John Higgins, MD, FACSM. “Our review of the available science showed that excessive levels of caffeine found in energy drinks can have adverse effects on cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, renal and endocrine systems, as well as psychiatric symptoms. More needs to be done to protect children and adolescents, as well as adults with cardiovascular or other medical conditions.”
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We stapped Fitbit's new smartwatch for kids onto an eight-year-old. Here's what happened.
Is it the watch or the children that is smart. Knowing how to work electronic is not necessary smartness in some aspects of life. What if the bsttery died and the electronics are no accessible could the children still perform that which is needed. The electronic are doing the techniques not the children.Â
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Because young athletes are still growing, they are at a greater risk for injury than adults. The consequences of overdoing a sport can include injuries that impair growth, and may lead to long-term health problems. Fortunately, many youth sports injuries can be prevented.
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Fitbit and other wearable technology are good for keeping track of your personal fitness. But should they be used by school children?
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A recent study found while parents are positive about their children engaging in aerobic activities (running, playing sports), they have much more negative views when it comes to strength exercises.
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My dad killed himself when I was 13. He hid his depression, I won't hide mine.
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What does a would-be father's waistline have to do with the health of his future children?
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Recently released government figures show levels of childhood vaccination have fallen to dangerously low levels in some areas of Australia, resulting in some corners of the media claiming re-ignition of…
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Watching TV for more than two hours a day increases the risk of raised blood pressure in children, a study has found.
Children aged two to 10 who spent this much time in front of a TV or computer screen were 30 per cent more likely to have high blood pressure than those who did not.
Lack of physical activity increased the risk even more, by 50 per cent, scientists found.
Also, too much TV or computer time before bed increases activity in the brain, interfering with falling asleep or getting good quality sleep.
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Childhood obesity has become a global epidemic, but it is not easy to treat. Now a scheme proven to help children shed pounds by asking them and their families to make numerous lifestyle changes has been adopted across Denmark.
A Danish paediatrician claims his pilot project has made a significant breakthrough in the battle against childhood obesity.
The scheme, in the town of Holbaek, has treated 1,900 patients and helped 70% of them to maintain normal weight by adjusting about 20 elements of their lifestyles.
If obese children make obese adults, then we need to teach our kids really good eating habits when they are young. Have a read of this and let me know what you think.
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ONE MORE SUMMER - He hopes to beat his illness long enough to feel the summer sun again; she has a last party for her friends. Meet four people with their own ways of facing death.
How to say goodbye to your children.
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More pre-schoolers are being hospitalised with dental disease including severe tooth decay than any other age group, and the rate of admissions in New Zealand for all age groups have - New Zealand Herald
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Mental health services for young people in England are "stuck in the dark ages" and "not fit for purpose", according to a government minister.
Norman Lamb told BBC News he was determined to modernise the provision of psychiatric help for children.
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Dr Michael Grey, a motor neuro-science expert at the University of Birmingham, says the impact of the brain against the skull causes damage.
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Kids playing weekend games want heavily marketed sports or caffeinated drinks but a public health researcher says their choices are unhealthy and of little help on the field. - New Zealand Herald
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For young Britons, loneliness is an epidemic – and they are even more likely to fall victim to its insidious dangers than the elderly. Natalie Gil reports
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A Whangarei police officer caused a bit of a traffic jam when he slowed to a stop at Otaika Valley School. - Northern Advocate
What a great school project idea! The track could also be used for walking. Well done Otaika Valley School!
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Lack of exercise is the biggest risk factor for heart disease in women aged 30 and above, according to a study.
If all over-30s followed recommended guidelines on exercise, nearly 3,000 lives could be saved each year in Australia alone, say researchers.
More needs to be done to warn women of inactivity, as it outweighs other risk factors such as obesity, they say.
Lack of exercise is a known major risk factor for heart disease, says the British Heart Foundation.
Just in time for Mother;s day! The best thing you can do for mum is to get her out and about AND exercise! Giving mothers the time to do some exercise most days of the week would be good.