Tag: physical activity

“In excellent physical shape”: Football-playing 70-yr-old men have cells that are up to 11 years younger

Older men who have played football throughout their lifetime are younger at cellular level than their inactive peers.

Professor: Physical activity may prevent cancer risk

American researchers have given concrete estimates as to what extent physical activity is able to reduce the risk of breast and colon cancer. The goal is that doctors will one day prescribe physical activity to patients the same way as they do regular medication. However, Danish researchers are more hesitant.

Avert strokes and heart attacks with a walk in the woods

A real work-out is best, but ordinary, low-intensity activities can help keep the dire consequences of a sedentary life at bay.