The risk of pelvic floor disorders among first-time mothers is strongly linked to how the baby is delivered, a new study shows. Pelvic floor disorders are believed to result from weakening or injury of the muscles, ligaments and connective tissue in the lowest part of the pelvis. The study was funded by National Institute of… Continue reading Pelvic-Floor Disorders Linked to Mode of Delivery Among First-Time Mothers
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Exercises to Make You a Better Driver
Editor’s note: Here, from the experts at the Go4Life division of the National Institute on Aging, tips on the exercises that can make you a better driver. It’s your health—not your age—that matters most in driving safely. As you get older, you may notice physical changes that may affect driving such as changes in your strength,… Continue reading Exercises to Make You a Better Driver
Remain Healthy While Seated
The more you sit the worse it is for you. Whether you work with a desktop, laptop or tablet, or some combination thereof, it’s too easy to fall into unproductive, energy-draining customs and postures. This is especially so when you sit for prolonged periods, fixated on a screen. Here are some simple exercises you can… Continue reading Remain Healthy While Seated
Smartphone Exercises Make People Feel Better Fast
Exercises on smartphones can help people quickly improve their mood, according to researchers from the University of Basel, Switzerland, and international colleagues. The findings were published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology. Participants in the international study felt more alert, calmer and uplifted after – using five-minute video tutorials on their smartphones as a guide… Continue reading Smartphone Exercises Make People Feel Better Fast
Stuck Inside? Exercises to Do at Home
The snowy season is upon us – but you can still exercise even in the middle of a blizzard! Here, from the SeniorHealth division of the National Institutes of Health, are some at-home exercises for when you’re snowbound. (As always, check with your doctor before beginning or changing any exercise program.) Dance to music on… Continue reading Stuck Inside? Exercises to Do at Home