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The Corrective Exercise Bell Curve

Mike Reinold

Corrective exercises don't always work for me. The post The Corrective Exercise Bell Curve appeared first on Mike Reinold. I'm going to admit something that may come as a surprise to you. Here is why.

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Bursts of exercise boost cognitive function, neuroscientists find

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Decades of exercise research data support the common view that steady workouts over the long haul produce not only physical benefits but also improved brain function. But what about single bursts of exercise? A team of scientists at UC Santa Barbara has taken a closer look.

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Why Your Rehab Exercises Should Match Your Stage of Healing

Chiros in Motion

Rehab exercises play a crucial part in recovering from injuries, but they can also be confusing. Athletes are often told to stretch or strengthen their muscles, but rarely are they given guidance about when certain exercises are most effective. This is especially true when it comes to managing common injuries like hamstring strains.

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Study suggests physical activity reduces cardiovascular disease

Chiropractic Economics

Researchers analyzed more than 50,000 participants and found those meeting exercise recommendations had a 23% lower risk of cardiovascular disease. For DCs, this emphasizes the importance of promoting physical exercise for overall health, highlighting its benefits for cardiovascular, neurological and musculoskeletal well-being.

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Study suggests reviewing current recommendations that discourage exercise before bed

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Findings of a small comparative study published in the open access journal BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine suggest resistance exercise 'activity breaks' at night may improve sleep length. Three-minute breaks every 30 minutes over a period of four hours may be all that's needed, the findings indicate.

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Study: Single episode of intense exercise reduces physical activity and body temperature, contributing to weight gain

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

Exercise is often recommended as an effective strategy for weight loss. However, a recent animal study at University of Tsukuba revealed that intense exercise sessions can decrease subsequent physical activity levels and body temperature, ultimately contributing to weight gain.

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When muscles work out, they help neurons grow: Biochemical and physical effects of exercise could help heal nerves

Medical Xpress: Sports Medicine & Kinesiology

There's no doubt that exercise does a body good. Regular activity not only strengthens muscles but can bolster our bones, blood vessels, and immune system.

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