How effective are worksite physical activity programs for office workers?

In 2017, a pilot study conducted by Pauline Manon Genin and colleagues has revealed the positive impact of a structured physical activity program on the health and fitness of office employees. The study, which involved 95 participants, aimed to explore the effects of regular exercise in a workplace setting on various health indicators, including body composition, physical fitness, and overall well-being. Participants were divided into … Continue reading How effective are worksite physical activity programs for office workers?

Can silver yoga enhance physical fitness in older adults? A 24-week study reveals insights

In 2008, a study conducted by Kuei-Min Chen and colleagues aimed to assess the impact of a 24-week silver yoga exercise program on the physical fitness of older adults attending senior activity centers. With an increasing focus on reducing future healthcare expenditures associated with chronic health conditions, promoting physical fitness in older adults has become paramount. The silver yoga exercise program was specifically designed to … Continue reading Can silver yoga enhance physical fitness in older adults? A 24-week study reveals insights

Does 6 months of endurance training impact insulin-like growth factor-I levels in healthy seniors?

In 1997, Vitiello, et. al., conducted study which deals with individuals age, there is a natural decline in lean body mass, strength, and endurance, accompanied by a reduction in anabolic hormones such as growth hormone (GH) and insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I). While acute exercise has been shown to stimulate the GH/IGF-I axis, the long-term effects of exercise on IGF-I in the elderly population remain a … Continue reading Does 6 months of endurance training impact insulin-like growth factor-I levels in healthy seniors?