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Stay Active to Reduce Blood Pressure | Infographic
BySports Medicine Weekly March 12, 2021February 4, 2022

High Blood Pressure is one of the most common modifiable risk factors for heart disease and stroke in women. Approximately one in two adult women in the U.S. has elevated blood pressure (>120/80). Physical activity can help to prevent and control blood pressure by strengthening the heart, contributing to a healthy weight, and reducing stress….

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Effective Strategies to Enhance Long Term Athletic Development – How to Reduce Overuse and Burnout Injuries in Young Athletes
BySports Medicine Weekly November 24, 2020October 14, 2026

Early sport specialization (year-round training in a specific sport with the exclusion of other sports) has been gaining popularity with the perceived value of college athletic scholarships and professional sports salaries. The theory that the earlier a child focuses on a sport, the earlier he/she will become an expert is simply not accurate for most…

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10 Myths about Youth Physical Activity
BySports Medicine Weekly February 14, 2020October 14, 2026

Debunking 10 Common Myths and Misperceptions about Youth Physical Activity Key Messages: 1. Regular participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) including muscle and bone strengthening exercise is known to improve cardiorespiratory and neuromuscular fitness and health, while providing the potential to also improve emotional, social and cognitive well-being. 2. The impact of physical…

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Ten Things You Need to Know About Sports Nutrition
BySports Medicine Weekly January 30, 2020October 14, 2026

Look Beyond Weight When Determining Health?It’s not your weight that matters, it’s what constitutes your weight. Find a way to learn if you have too little muscle or too much fat and find a strategy (exercise and eating well) that increases muscle and lowers fat. The number on the scale might stay the same, but…

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Effects of a High-Fat, High-Fructose Diet and Exercise on Brain Aging
BySports Medicine Weekly December 7, 2019October 14, 2026

Recent research has suggested that metabolic disorders, like obesity and type 2 diabetes, can contribute to brain aging (neuronal senescence), which is often linked to Alzheimer’s disease. While regular endurance exercise (e.g., running) provides numerous health benefits, its potential protection against neuronal senescence in the face of metabolic disorders has not yet been identified. In…

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Physical Activity and Function in Older Age: It’s Never too Late to Start!
BySports Medicine Weekly October 13, 2019October 14, 2026

Evidence shows that physical activity reduces the risk of fall-related injuries in older people by 32-40%, yet only 27% of older adults are achieving the recommended amount of weekly physical activity. The 2018 PAGAC Scientific Report provides strong evidence that physical activity reduces the risk of fall-related injuries in older people by 32-40%, and this…

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The Athlete’s Kitchen: Carbs in the News
BySports Medicine Weekly August 11, 2019October 14, 2026

Too many of today’s athletes believe carbohydrates are “bad.” If that’s true, what does the latest sports nutrition research say? The following studies, presented at the American College of Sports Medicine’s 66th Annual Meeting (Orlando FL, May 2019) indicate sports scientists agree that carbohydrates (grains, fruits, veggies; sugars, starches) can be health- and performance-enhancing sport…

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Exercise May Improve Small Blood Vessel Health in Older People
BySports Medicine Weekly August 6, 2019October 14, 2026

The brain’s small blood vessels play a role in conditions that affect how clearly people think and could affect development of Alzheimer’s disease. Finding ways to maintain blood vessel health as people age is important. This study asked: “Is physical activity good for the brain’s small veins?” For two years, older adults took part in…

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Are You Fit Enough for Mars?
BySports Medicine Weekly July 28, 2019October 14, 2026

Weightlessness encountered during long-duration spaceflight can cause astronauts’ physical fitness levels to dramatically decrease. Yet, a certain level of fitness needs to be maintained in order to complete physically demanding jobs (while also wearing large spacesuits) on planetary surfaces, such as the Earth’s moon and Mars. In this study, the investigators took the first steps…

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Measuring Physical Activity: How Many Steps Should You Take?
BySports Medicine Weekly July 17, 2019October 14, 2026

Walking 10,000 steps a day – what is the correct number? ANSWERED by the Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. Being physically active is one of the most important actions people of all ages and fitness levels can take to improve their health. A 2017 survey suggests that more than 75% of U.S. adults acknowledge that…

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Unconventional Meditation | A Mindful Experience
BySports Medicine Weekly February 15, 2019June 13, 2019

I am an avid hiker. I don’t travel long distances to hike, the Sandia Mountains are located on the east side of Albuquerque and I can enjoy myriad trails year round. I know, many places don’t have mountains to hike it, but this isn’t about hiking per se, more about noticing your surroundings while getting…

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Fitness Training On-demand: Convenience and Value for the Consumer
BySports Medicine Weekly December 1, 2017October 18, 2026

By Sue Brown It’s no surprise that the same technology that brings us family face time and bu siness meetings from remote locations has entered the world of fitness. We’ve been using exercise apps for years, and personal trainers can book sessions online through a variety of programs. Taking the next step to actually training…

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