Oct. 8th, Alabama Walk Our Children to School Day Oct 8, 2008
Walking to school promotes safety, health, concern for the environment, a sense of community, and physical activity among children says the DOT.. Communities are encouraged to pick a day, week, once a week or the entire month to celebrate the event and draw attention to these issues. (WSJA.com, AL)
Study: Air hazardous in Chippewa County taverns Oct 8, 2008
Data collectors noted people at this tavern were dancing, and health officials generally warn of too much physical activity at any level above 34 micrograms per cubic meter. Pollution at this level, if it was outdoors, would be considered absolutely unacceptable. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Rangers return from Europe, ready to roll Oct 8, 2008
The plan was to get the players into some physical activity on dry land Tuesday and out in the sunlight to get their bodies acclimated to the Eastern time zone. A regular practice was scheduled for Wednesday morning in preparation for the regular season that has only 80 games left. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Get moving: Guidelines set healthy activity levels Oct 8, 2008
How much physical activity you need depends largely on age and level of fitness. . (Herald Sun)
Exercise Guidelines: Less Gym, More Fun Oct 8, 2008
Federal Guidelines Say Americans Should Pick a Physical Activity They Can Stick With By WebMD Health News Reviewed by. Oct. 7, 2008 -- Children and adolescents should get at least one hour of exercise every day, and adults should get at least two and one-half hours of physical activity per week, according to new federal guidelines ... An advisory panel that authored the guidelines recommended daily physical activity for nearly all Americans. (WebMD)
Government urges businesses to help Americans get fit Oct 8, 2008
The U.S. government put out new physical activity guidelines for Americans on Tuesday, and urged businesses to do their part. Adults, the Department of Health and Human Services said, need 2 1/2 hours of moderate exercise a week, or 1 1/4 hours of vigorous aerobic exercise per week. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Mammogram facts Oct 8, 2008
In addition, moderate to vigorous physical activity has been shown to decrease breast cancer risk among both pre-menopausal and post-menopausal women. Weight control and regular physical activity also are very important for breast cancer survivors ... There is convincing data that obesity is associated with breast cancer recurrence, and data from a large study of breast cancer survivors showed that higher levels of post-treatment physical activity were associated with a 26 percent to 40 percent... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Government Advises People To Get Moving Oct 8, 2008
Its important for all Americans to be active, and the guidelines are a roadmap to include physical activity in their daily routine, HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt said. The evidence is clear -- regular physical activity over months and years produces long-term health benefits and reduces the risk of many diseases ... Children and AdolescentsOne hour or more of moderate or vigorous aerobic physical activity a day, including vigorous intensity physical activity at least three days a week. (KWTX.com, TX)
Seniors: Being active is key to longevity Oct 8, 2008
Sarah Redfern, a registered nurse at Samaritan Wiley Creek Community in Sweet Home, says physical activity is important for seniors for many reasons. It keeps your joints limbered up, and it decreases swelling in your legs, Redfern said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Healthy Heart Oct 8, 2008
RICHMOND - Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling, joined by leading health care organizations and heart health advocates, today announced Virginia's participation in the Lieutenant Governor's Challenge: "Your Heart is in Your Hands" initiative, a heart and cardiovascular health campaign sponsored by the National Lieutenant Governor's Association designed to promote heart health education, healthier living, increased physical activity and improved diet and nutrition ... "We hope that those who choose... (WTVR.com, VA)
Exercise goal: Sweat for 2 hours a week Oct 8, 2008
Regular physical activity found to cut heart attacks, stroke risk by 20 percent ... The HHS panel found that regular physical activity can reduce the chances of early death ... How much physical activity you need depends largely on age and level of fitness. (CNN -- Health)
Hey, you! Get off the couch Oct 8, 2008
In a set of Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans released Tuesday, health leaders are demanding that people move it, move it, move it ... Children should do even more, getting an hour a day of physical activity ... WHAT KIND OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. (News & Observer)
Report: One third of Italian children overweight Oct 8, 2008
Apart from inappropriate diets and meal habits, the report said lack of physical activity was to blame for the phenomenon. Only one child in 10 is getting enough exercise for its age, while one in four spent more than four hours a day in front of the television, according to the report. (Xinhuanet, China)
MP believes celebrities could help in tackling growing obesity issue Oct 8, 2008
" He cited Derby City Council's b-active programme, which aims to increase physical activity, the Family Nurse Partnership, which supports young parents, and the Healthy Schools Programme. In the county, about 1m is spent each year on programmes to stop obesity levels growing. A spokeswoman for the county trust said: "Levels of obesity in Derbyshire mirror national trends, and the impact on health, society and the economy is considerable. " The trust is in the process of finalising its... (Derby Evening Telegraph)
Locals participate in national 'Walk to School Day' Oct 8, 2008
Walk to School events are intended to draw attention to the need to create safer routes for walking and bicycling and emphasize the importance of issues such as increasing physical activity, pedestrian safety, traffic congestion, the environment and building connections between families, schools and the broader community. "This is the first event and we hope its the first of many," said city traffic engineer Debbie Finnigan, who chairs the city Safer Routes to School Committee that organized the... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Physical Activity Good for the Body and Mind Oct 8, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008. NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In a cross-sectional study on health and aging, older women who were more active during the day did better on tests of their cognitive function. (MEDLINEplus)
Vending Machines Found in Most Middle Schools Oct 8, 2008
Middle school students are at particular risk, because they are going through puberty, their physical activity and dietary habits are fluctuating, and they are increasingly responsible for any behavior changes, Virus added. At the schools surveyed, the majority of vending machines contained sugar-added drinks such as soda, Gatorade and iced tea, Virus explained. (MEDLINEplus)
Blue Foundation to hand out $835,000 Oct 8, 2008
These grantees are promoting change in families and parenting, childcare centers and schools, neighborhood recreation opportunities and the accessibility of healthy food and physical activity. Reader Comments. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Powell man looks back on 100 years Oct 8, 2008
He became an avid golfer, enjoying the physical activity and social opportunities the sport provided. "I couldn't get enough golf," he said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Get 2 1/2 Hours of Exercise Each Week Oct 8, 2008
"More than 59 percent of adults don't get enough physical activity and a quarter of adults aren't active at all in their leisure time," Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt said in a telephone interview. "I think these are the first comprehensive federal guidelines on physical activity." ... "In children and adolescents, physical activity induces cardiovascular and respiratory fitness and also contributes to bone health," Leavitt said. (Newsmax)
Limited adjustments Oct 8, 2008
Regular physical activity can lessen the pain, ease the stiffness, help your heart and diminish fatigue. Even if you can't do much, do what you can. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
A new way for tweens to slim down: reading Oct 7, 2008
A recent study found that after reading a book with underlying messages of getting healthy via physical activity and good nutrition, girls ages 9 to 13 showed a slight decrease in their body mass index. The book in question is "Lake Rescue," part of the series of books, aimed at tween girls, that tackles issues such as cyber bullying and divorce. (Los Angeles Times)
Watch Those Calories, City Tells Subway Riders Oct 7, 2008
Cathy Nonas, a dietitian who directs the Health Departments physical activity and nutrition program, will host a blog on calorie counting later this week at nyc. gov/health. (New York Times)
Ancient sport helps breast cancer survivors Oct 7, 2008
A Harvard study found that physical activity after breast cancer may increase survival ... A 2005 Harvard University study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that "physical activity after breast cancer diagnosis may reduce the risk of death from the disease.". (CNN)
Depression Linked To Higher Death Rates From All Causes Among Elderly With Diabetes Oct 7, 2008
The study was also not able to obtain information on education, income, weight, smoking habits, physical activity, or compliance in taking medication. In addition to Katon, the researchers included Drs. (Science Daily)
How much are you really exercising? Oct 7, 2008
At the first measurement, and a second three months later, obese women most accurately reported the amount of physical activity they were getting ... "The ability to estimate the amount of minutes engaged in physical activity is a difficult task for many, however the accuracy of this estimate can increase with education and participation in physical activity over time," said Oliver. (Sify.com, India)
• Study shows a Wii bit of exercise is good for kids Oct 7, 2008
Encourage your son to get as much outside physical activity as possible, but for days that are rainy, cold or snowing, the Nintendo Wii seems to be a viable option for getting exercise. Before I get truckloads of complaints and criticism over this, I would like to reiterate that I am in no way being paid or otherwise compensated for providing endorsement of the any product, including the Nintendo Wii. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
ASU receives AT&T grant to study evolving technologies Oct 7, 2008
Our first step will be to understand the economic, social and environmental impacts of the shift from physical activity, like traveling by car, to virtual activity, like working or conducting business on the Internet, Allenby said. That understanding forms a basis for decisions about the capabilities that should be provided by the next advances in information and communication technology. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Seniors: Being active is key to longevity Oct 7, 2008
Sarah Redfern, a registered nurse at Samaritan Wiley Creek Community in Sweet Home, says physical activity is important for seniors for many reasons. It keeps your joints limbered up, and it decreases swelling in your legs, Redfern said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
More of this story Oct 7, 2008
Ray N. Frederick Jr., now a retired elementary school teacher, said he formed the Bouncing Bulldogs 23 years ago when he was hoping to get more youth involved in physical activity and team sports. Since then, he said he has helped form 45 teams around the country. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Exercise Soon After Stroke May Boost Outlook Oct 7, 2008
These early results from the AVERT trial "suggest that increasing out-of-bed physical activity in the days following stroke can have a positive effect on a patient's mood," Cumming told Reuters Health. SOURCE: Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, September 2008. (MEDLINEplus)
The CHOICE (Choice of Health Options In prevention of Cardiovascular Events) replication trial: study protocol Oct 7, 2008
Primary outcomes are lipid levels, blood pressure, physical activity levels and smoking rates. Secondary outcomes include readmission rates, death, the number of risk factors, other modifiable risk factors, quality of life and process evaluation measures over three years. (BioMed Central)
Notable findings of the Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey Oct 6, 2008
The release of the Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey last Friday provided some interesting findings for food retailers and manufacturers beyond the discovery that 23% of 2-16 year-old children are overweight or obese; with required dietary changes providing opportunities for many in the food industry. Milk-related products and cereals and cereal products (cakes, biscuits, pastries etc. (Australian Food)
Of phone bills and calories Oct 6, 2008
Brisk daily walks, gardening or other manual labor or physical activity can do the trick, too. "It's only if you're not active that the gene hurts," Dr. Soren Snitker told the Associated Press. (Montana Standard, MT)
Walking Forum Report Shows Need To Expand Physical Activity In Schools Oct 6, 2008
Among the solutions proposed by teachers, researchers and others who met during a roundtable discussion of the issues at a major international conference at the University of Illinois, is the integration of physical activity programming throughout the curriculum in the nation s schools. In other words, the group recommended that physical activity no longer be confined to the domain of the physical education classes ... For example, science teachers can teach the science behind physical activity... (Science Daily)
Mental Health Intervention Urged For Heart Patients Oct 6, 2008
Heart patients found to be suffering from depression can benefit from a number of treatment options, including behavioral therapy, physical activity, cardiac rehabilitation, antidepressant drugs, or combinations of these treatments. Co-authors include J. Thomas Bigger, Jr., M.D.; James A. Blumenthal, Ph. (Science Daily)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Oct 6, 2008
Developed by Yale University s Kelly Brownell, this traditional behavior-modification approach underscores lowering fat and calories and increasing physical activity ... This very low-fat 10 percent of daily calories approach includes plenty of healthful complex carbohydrates, lean protein mostly from vegetables, as well as daily meditation and physical activity. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
• To do for you Oct 6, 2008
Topics: physical activity, healthy eating habits and body image. Cost is 30; includes pedometer, stretch band and notebooks. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Wyoming boasts low childhood obesity rates Oct 6, 2008
Lorenzen said beginning in 2006, schools in Natrona County had to submit two health policies stating what they would do to promote physical activity and nutrition. Some schools have a 10-minute walk before the bell rings and others list nutrition facts in weekly newsletters that go home to families, she said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Study: reading helps obese kids shed pounds Oct 6, 2008
She ends up making friends, improving her self-esteem and learning about appropriate levels of physical activity, Russell said. Six month later, the researchers found the 31 reading girls experienced a significant decrease in their BMI by 0. (Xinhuanet, China)
Plate aids diabetes weight loss Oct 6, 2008
" Tracy Kelly, of the charity Diabetes UK, said eating a healthy balanced diet and taking regular physical activity were the best ways of controlling weight and effectively managing diabetes. "Cutting down on portion sizes and eating balanced meals will help people control their weight, therefore some people may find this plate useful. "However, controlling weight can be achieved effectively without spending extra money. "A healthy balanced diet should be based on carbohydrates and be low in... (Yahoo News -- Diabetes)
Job burn-out 'ups diabetes risk' Oct 6, 2008
She said: "Stress can cause high blood pressure, which is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes, but it can also cause fat to deposit around the waist which is also a huge risk factor. "Working long hours in stressful environments leaves little time for physical activity. "Unless people find the time to fit in 30 minutes of physical activity a day, the diabetes epidemic will continue to get worse.". (Yahoo News -- Diabetes)
Mental barriers hamper obese women's efforts to get exercise Oct 6, 2008
The same could be said for obese women when it comes to physical activity, according to research presented at the Obesity Society's Annual Meeting on Oct. 5 ... Napolitano and her team surveyed data collected from 278 women, both normal weight and obese, enrolled in a yearlong physical activity encouragement study. (EurekAlert!)
Teen health at risk from fat, lazy life Oct 5, 2008
HEALTHY eating and exercise levels decline sharply at the age of 14, the largest nationwide study of children's diet and physical activity over a decade has found ... The Australian National Children's Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey - jointly funded by the Department of Health and Ageing, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and the Australian Food and Grocery Council - also found 14- to 16-year-olds eat too much sugar and fail to get the recommended amounts of... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Book Offers Novel Approach to Weight Loss Oct 5, 2008
She ends up making friends, improving her self-esteem and learning about appropriate levels of physical activity, Russell said. "Kids really enjoyed the book, I think, because the message doesn't hit them over the head," Russell said. (U.S. News & World Report)
One in four Australian children fat Oct 4, 2008
A team of CSIRO Preventative Health Flagship researchers and University of South Australia researchers led the 2007 Australian Children's Nutrition and Physical Activity survey. It was funded by the Department of Health and Ageing, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, and the Australian Food and Grocery Council. (The Canberra Times)
Workers urged to be walkers Oct 4, 2008
NSW Cancer Council regional programs co-ordinator in the North West, Natalie Flemming, said it was a good way to increase physical activity, which was part of a healthy, active life. Regular physical activity combined with a healthy diet can reduce cancer rates by up to a third, Ms Flemming said ... Ms Flemming said a walk during your lunch break was also a way of including physical activity in your day. (Tamworth Northern Daily Leader)
Just think, for a bigger piece of mind Oct 4, 2008
Mental exercise, physical activity and even red wine and sex have been shown to have positive effects. But Sah is wary of raising the hopes of people suffering brain injury or mental illness, and warns against excessive optimism. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Kids Fit Camp chalks up success Oct 4, 2008
Regular physical activity burns calories and builds muscle. The more muscle you have, the more calories you burn, even when you aren't exercising. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Link Between Weight Gains During Pregnancy And Dieting History Oct 4, 2008
Co-author Anna Maria Siega-Riz, PhD, RD, suggests that the information from this study "could potentially be used by dietitians and health care providers at a preconception care visit or during family planning to identify women at risk for unhealthy eating behaviors. Women who are identified, particularly those who are underweight, should be followed up for potential eating disorders. For women who are not underweight, counseling and extra support could be given on healthy eating behaviors,... (Science Daily)
Seniors: Being active is key to longevity Oct 4, 2008
Sarah Redfern, a registered nurse at Samaritan Wiley Creek Community in Sweet Home, says physical activity is important for seniors for many reasons. It keeps your joints limbered up, and it decreases swelling in your legs, Redfern said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
One-quarter Australian children overweight or obese Oct 4, 2008
CANBERRA, Oct. 3 (Xinhua) -- The diets of Australian teenagers are severely lacking in fruit and vegetables and almost one-quarter of children are overweight or obese, according to Australian National Children's Nutrition and Physical Activity Report issued on Friday ... "80 percent of 14 to 16-year-old girls did not consume the recommended amounts of calcium. Girls this age also reported doing the least amount of physical activity," she said, adding these two factors combined put them at risk... (Xinhuanet, China)
Youth lit used successfully as weightloss tool Oct 4, 2008
One character in the book is overweight girl who is ridiculed by her classmates, but on this adventure, she learns to make healthy food choices and that physical activity is fun ... Reading Lake Rescue was a way to teach girls about healthy eating and appropriate physical activity without preaching to them, says Alexa Russell, lead researcher on Duke study. (USA Today)
Schools to celebrate Walk to School Day Wednesday Oct 4, 2008
Walk to School events work to create safer routes for walking and bicycling and emphasize the importance of issues such as increasing physical activity among children, pedestrian safety, traffic congestion, concern for the environment and building connections between families, schools and the broader community ... Schools focus on health, safety, physical activity and concern for the environment. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Resistance Training Boosts Mobility in Knee Arthritis Patients Oct 4, 2008
Using free weights, isometric exercise tied to overall increase in physical activity levels ... Progressive resistance training was also tied to an overall increase in physical activity levels. (MEDLINEplus)
How much are you really exercising? Oct 4, 2008
At the first measurement, and a second three months later, obese women most accurately reported the amount of physical activity they were getting ... "The ability to estimate the amount of minutes engaged in physical activity is a difficult task for many, however the accuracy of this estimate can increase with education and participation in physical activity over time," said Oliver. (EurekAlert!)
Oct. 8 is International Walk to School Day Oct 3, 2008
Some walk to help decrease pollution given off by cars; others gather to help to make streets in their community safer; and others strive to promote physical activity in children. Whatever the reason, taking part in International Walk to School Day gives you a chance to be part of something big. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Kids' Cereal Rated Oct 3, 2008
Kids' Cereal Rated - The Checkup. Subscribe to this Blog. (Washington Post)
AHA Says Depression Screening Must For Heart Patients Oct 3, 2008
Timely follow-up of patients who exhibit symptoms of both conditions* Scheduling depressive heart patients for evaluation* Heart patients who have depressive symptoms must be screened for anxiety as well* Consider treatment options like cognitive behavioral therapy, physical activity, cardiac rehabilitation and antidepressants. Judith H. Lichtman, a co-chair of the AHA statement and an associate professor of epidemiology at Yale University School of Medicine said there was plenty of evidence... (News Locale)
During Exercise, Human Brain Shifts Into High Gear On 'Alternative Energy' Oct 3, 2008
During exercise and physical activity, the primary fuels used. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Lorry driver sues govt over death of RMAF trainee son Oct 3, 2008
Kannan contended that the defendants had failed to ensure his sons safety at the camp and failed to ensure that the deceased was in a fit state to undergo any physical activity. He said his wife, T. Rajeshweri, 42, and three daughters also suffered emotional and psychological distress due to the death. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
How to Avoid Losing Muscle As You Age Oct 3, 2008
"Healthy muscle is not only about being stronger and bigger," says Miriam Nelson, director of the John Hancock Center for Physical Activity and Nutrition at Tufts University. Strength training that builds muscle helps keep older folks stable and surefooted, and strong enough to do basic things like get out of a chair. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Chetek learning center celebrating community Oct 3, 2008
This year as part of the program's education growth, organizers have a goal of wellness through physical activity and acquiring knowledge of healthy behaviors. People of all ages in the community of Chetek are included in this goal. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Gyms tailor workouts to health needs Oct 3, 2008
For breast cancer patients, "being overweight or gaining weight post diagnosis is a huge risk factor" for recurrence, said Colleen Doyle, director of nutrition and physical activity for the American Cancer Society. Her group and the American College of Sports Medicine are devising a special certification for people who work with cancer patients on exercise programs. (CNN -- Health)
Health Q&A Oct 3, 2008
Physical activity is also good for your brain and so take your dog out for brisk walk at least three times a week. Also consider volunteering for a research study on MCI the local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will point you in the right direction. (USA Today)
