Entries Tagged as Exercise
Hipocrates, the Greek Goddes Iris and You
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Science , Health , Exercise
What Hipocrates and the Greek Goddes Iris have to do with you? Watch the video to find out.
Health Hazards of Modern Living
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Exercise
Another powerful study on the effect of physical activity (note: no streneous work or exercise!) on ones health. A number of previous studies conducted in developed countries show a relationship between higher levels of physical activity and lower risks of cardiovascular disease. In a case-control study of 10,043 cases of first myocardial infarction (heart attack) and 14,217 controls who did not report previous angina or physical disability, Claes Held, from Uppsala University (Sweden), and colleagues assessed leisure-time and occupational physical activity.
Fitness Levels, Healthy Weight May Be Independently Linked To Reduced Heart Risks
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Diet , Health , Exercise
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, maintaining fitness levels, as well as maintaining a healthy weight, may both be independently linked to a reduced risk of developing certain heart risk factors. Investigators followed more than 3,100 individuals. The researchers found that "individuals who maintained or improved their fitness levels had a 26% and 28% lower risk of developing hypertension, a 42% and 52% lower risk of developing metabolic syndrome, and a 26% and 30% lower risk of developing elevated levels of LDL cholesterol, respectively." The investigators also found that, "for those subjects who got fatter in follow-up, as measured by percentage of body fat, they had a 26%, 71%, and 48% higher risk of developing hypertension, metabolic syndrome, and hypercholesterolemia, respectively, when compared with individuals who lost weight."
J Am Coll Cardiol, 2012; 59:665-672
Another New Year's Resolution
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Health , Exercise
Take a good look at this bike. Yes, it looks cool but what is more important is that it is so much fun that you will want to ride it all the time. And this is good for your health and the enviroment. Who knows, you may save the Earth riding in style! Do not miss ththis VIDEO. Available also in HD at VIMEO.
Hormone Produced By Exercise May Help Control Obesity, Blood Sugar Levels
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Science , Health , Exercise
Irisin is a hormone which is found naturally in muscle cells...rises during exercise, converting white fat into brown fat, a substance whose primary function is to generate body heat." When irisin was injected "into obese, pre-diabetic mice, the animals lost weight and their blood sugar levels improved." Researchers suggested that this finding "may lead to treatments for obesity and diabetes, as well as other disorders where exercise may benefit patients who are too weak to engage in it."
Since making irisin pills is still only an idea, you are better off making your muscles produce more of it. Plus, a pill will not tone your muscles and you will not look good.
Get Off Your Butt!
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Diet , Science , Health , Exercise
Research published in the American Journal Of Physiology-Cell Physiology found that the pressure put on areas of the body used for sitting or lying down produces up to
50 per cent more fat in those parts. And "even those with healthy diet and exercise habits will be affected if they spend long periods sitting behind a desk." Dr. Jim Levine of the Mayo Clinic found obese people sit an average two and a half hours more each day than thinner people." The story concludes: "Take some pressure off your own bottom line and stand up
Age Related Memory Decline
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Science , Health , Exercise
A recent study published in the journal “Nature“ 2011; 476 : 210 – 3, clearly demonstrates that memory declines starting from mid-age and progressing into older age. The authors (Wang, et al) measured neuronal firing rate
of neurons (brain cells) as an expression of these cells’ activity in monkeys. Almost any daily activity requires the temporary retention of some type of information (working memory). Working memory is critically important for a variety of cognitive functions including language comprehension, reasoning, decision making and planning. So anything that will help prevent or at least delay age associated memory decline can benefit anybody above the age of thirty. Pharmacological interventions are being investigated. In the mean time, there are several recent studies that show that cognitive training and a variety of exercises are very effective in slowing down age associated memory decline.
Living Long - It is All in the Genes... almost
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Diet , Science , Health , Exercise
In a recently published study, the authors interviewed people living independently at ages 95 to 109, and asked them to recall things such as their weight, height, alcohol consumption, smoking and their physical activity at age 70; they were also asked whether they ate a low-calorie, low-fat or low-salt diet at that age. What they found may surprise you.July 4th, 2011 - a day to remember!
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Exercise
It happens about once every 25 years - a great skiing season that extends all the way to July. As a believer in Lifestyle In Motion, I could not miss this opportunity. There
was a great deal of pessimism when we decided to go skiing on July 3. The temperature while we were driving was over 100 F (38 C). However, great time was had by all. Some people felt strange skiing in shorts and t shirts but let me assure you - it is much more comfortable than with 3 layers of winter clothes. And no gloves! Check out the video.
Some of us value freedom more than others because at some point of our lives we have been deprived of it. Fourth of July is not only a memmory of the stirring events of 1776. It is a symbol of freedom. In the words of John Adams ...
Skiing At 82!!!
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Health , Exercise
As a part of a documentary I am working on, titled "Age Wisdom", recently I went skiing with a friend of mine who is 82. I srapped a POV camera on my head and we skied at Squa Valley anything from untracked powder to corn snow. This guy is amazing. By the way, he also bikes 20 miles a day and surfs. My doc is not finished yet but this is very inspirational, so I decided to share some of the footage with you.
Watch VIDEO.
Exercise May Diminish Negative Impact Of High-Salt Diet On Blood Pressure
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Diet , Science , Exercise
High salt diet is known as the "silent killer". This is because it leads to hypertension (high blood pressure), a condition which may go undetected until it presents itself as a heart attack or a stroke. And it is not the salt you use to season your meals at home; rather, it is the enormous amounts of salt present in every day foods you buy - bread, butter, anything in a jar or can, The salt in fast foods is truly dangerous to your health. Even reputable chefs use too much salt to satisfy your palete. Lifestyle plays a major role in offsetting the danger of hypertension including the consumption of too much salt. A new study presented at the American Heart Association serves as a further confirmation.
Exercise and Sex
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Exercise
According to research 
published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. "people who don't exercise on a regular basis, and then have episodes of intense exercise or sex are more likely to experience a heart attack or die suddenly than those who are more active."
Outdoor Activities Promote Well-Being
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Lifestyle , Science , Exercise
Revitalizing one’s mental and emotional health may be just a few footsteps away. Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry (United Kingdom) researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 11 clinical studies involving 833 adult subjects, each of which assessed the effects of outdoor exercise initiatives against indoor activities and reported at least one physical or mental well-being outcome. The team found that most of studies involving outdoor-located activities correlated to improvements in mental well-being: compared with exercising indoors, exercising in natural environments was associated with greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement, together with decreases in tension, confusion, anger and depression. Participants also reported greater enjoyment and satisfaction with outdoor activity and stated that they were more likely to repeat the activity at a later date. The team observes that: “[These findings add] significant weight to the case for spending more time in the natural environment as members of the public and their clinicians fight to counteract the negative outcomes of modern living, such as obesity and depression.”
Walking Decreases the Risk of Diabetes
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Exercise
Those who walk more not only promote their overall physical and mental wellness, but may prevent or delay the onset of diabetes as well.
The World Cup and You
Posted by Dobri Kiprov, MD | Tags: Exercise
If you have not watched over the last month the FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association ) World Cup from South Africa, you have missed many
outstanding games, great individual and team performances as well as plenty of drama. The final is tomorrow, so you have one last chance to get a taste of the most significant sports event in the world. Otherwise you will have to wait until the next World Cup in four years. Why football (soccer in the US) should be important to you? Read More >>