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How heavy should your weights be? The science of sustainable lifting
wellbeing-and-fitness9 days ago

How heavy should your weights be? The science of sustainable lifting

Experts say “heavy” is relative—roughly 80% of your max for six to eight reps with good form—yet the real health payoff comes from consistency and reps over chasing maximal loads. For beginners or older adults, heavier loading can yield larger gains in strength and bone density, while also improving insulin sensitivity; endurance athletes may gain power without gaining weight. But heavy lifting also increases recovery demands, joint strain, and potentially cardiovascular risk for those with heart disease. The take-home: use manageable, challenging loads, prioritize technique and full range of motion, and stay consistent rather than chasing heroic lifts.

via Financial Times|
#aging#bone-density#heavy-lifting
Exercise boosts health but isn’t a reliable weight-loss solution
health17 days ago

Exercise boosts health but isn’t a reliable weight-loss solution

Regular exercise provides broad health benefits but is only modest for weight loss; a 2024 trial showed fitness gains with little weight change when diet stayed the same. Aging slows metabolism, making substantial calorie deficits from exercise alone harder, while exercise can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce visceral fat even without weight loss. The author argues that long-term health should prioritize movement and muscle over chasing a thinner appearance, though weight-loss drugs can help some; ultimately exercise should be used as a longevity tool, not a sole weight-loss strategy.

via The Washington Post|
#exercise#health#metabolic-health
Tiny bursts, big gains: why brief 'exercise snacks' can transform your day
health1 month ago

Tiny bursts, big gains: why brief 'exercise snacks' can transform your day

Brief, intense “exercise snacks”—short bursts of vigorous activity sprinkled through the day—can meaningfully boost cardiorespiratory fitness and reduce mortality risk with only a few minutes of effort daily. Practical examples include stair climbs, brisk walking, and quick bodyweight moves (squats, lunges, wall push-ups) performed 20–60 seconds at a time, multiple times across waking hours. Consistency matters more than duration, and while these snacks don’t replace full workouts, they offer a time-efficient entry point backed by robust science.

via The Conversation|
#cardiorespiratory-fitness#exercise-snacks#health
Metabolic Health Demystified: Why Weight and Inflammation Drive Long-Term Risk
health1 month ago

Metabolic Health Demystified: Why Weight and Inflammation Drive Long-Term Risk

Metabolic health hinges on avoiding metabolic syndrome, defined by at least three of: central obesity, high triglycerides, low HDL, high blood pressure, and high blood sugar. With roughly three-quarters of US adults being overweight or obese, excess fat—especially visceral fat—drives inflammation and insulin resistance, elevating risk for heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, MASLD, and some cancers. Prevention focuses on weight loss and lifestyle changes (quit smoking, more exercise, heart-healthy diets like Mediterranean/DASH, adequate sleep). If needed, GLP-1 medications can reverse obesity and reduce downstream risks. Early warning signs such as rising blood pressure or glucose should prompt medical advice to halt progression.

via The New York Times|
#cardiovascular-disease#health#insulin-resistance
Trini Doctors Return Home to Offer Stigma-Free Obesity Care
health1 month ago

Trini Doctors Return Home to Offer Stigma-Free Obesity Care

Trinidad-born doctors Dr. Robert Jupiter and Dr. Karen Moses return to Trinidad and Tobago to launch Stellar Medical, a stigma-free clinic focused on obesity and metabolic health. They emphasize treating obesity as a chronic, biology-driven disease, discuss GLP-1/GIP meds like Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound and Mounjaro, but prioritize nutrition, movement, hydration, sleep, and mental wellbeing, and will collaborate with therapists when needed.

via Trinidad and Tobago Newsday|
#glp-1-medications#health#metabolic-health
Reducing Ultra-Processed Foods Improves Metabolic Health in Older Adults
health1 month ago

Reducing Ultra-Processed Foods Improves Metabolic Health in Older Adults

In a small, real-world feeding study of adults 65 and older, lowering ultra-processed foods to under 15% of calories (via two eight‑week diets—one meat-based, one vegetarian with dairy) led to natural calorie reductions, weight and abdominal fat loss, and improvements in insulin sensitivity, cholesterol, inflammation, and appetite/metabolism hormones, with similar benefits across both diet types; the study suggests realistic dietary shifts away from ultra-processed foods can boost metabolic health in aging populations, though larger, longer trials are needed.

via ScienceAlert|
#health#insulin-sensitivity#metabolic-health
CKM syndrome: a hidden tri-system link threatens most adults
health1 month ago

CKM syndrome: a hidden tri-system link threatens most adults

AHA researchers say cardiovascular–kidney–metabolic (CKM) syndrome links heart, kidney and metabolic problems into one high‑risk cycle, affecting about 90% of U.S. adults with risk factors such as high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, high blood sugar, obesity and reduced kidney function. When these issues cluster, the risk of heart attack, stroke and heart failure rises far more than for any single condition. Public awareness is low, but many want to learn about diagnosis and treatment. The AHA is releasing CKM health resources and plans to publish first clinical CKM guidelines in 2026 to promote coordinated care and early action through lifestyle changes and medical management.

via ScienceDaily|
#cardiovascular-health#ckm-syndrome#health
New Research Questions the Effectiveness of Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss
health1 month ago

New Research Questions the Effectiveness of Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss

A recent study questions the benefits of time-restricted intermittent fasting on metabolic and cardiovascular health, suggesting that calorie reduction, rather than timing, may be the key factor in health improvements. The study found no significant changes in health markers despite weight loss, highlighting the importance of calorie intake over fasting schedules.

via ScienceAlert|
#calorie-restriction#health#intermittent-fasting
Cleveland Researchers Find Enzyme That Regulates Weight and Cholesterol in Animals
health2 months ago

Cleveland Researchers Find Enzyme That Regulates Weight and Cholesterol in Animals

A new study has identified an enzyme called SCoR2 that acts as a 'fat switch' in the body, controlling fat and cholesterol production. Blocking this enzyme in animal studies reduced weight gain, lowered bad cholesterol, and protected the liver, suggesting potential for new treatments for obesity, high cholesterol, and liver disease. However, human trials are still needed before these findings can lead to new therapies.

via Times of India|
#cholesterol#enzyme#fat-switch
health2 months ago

Morning Habit Linked to 90% of Heart Attacks, Experts Warn

Dr. Sana Sadoxai warns that 90% of heart attacks start with a common morning habit of staying still after waking up, which can lead to increased inflammation and metabolic issues. She recommends just 5-7 minutes of morning movement like walking or stretching to improve circulation and reduce heart attack risk, especially for those overweight or with existing health concerns.

via LADbible|
#health#heart-attack#metabolic-health