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Whether on a trail or a sidewalk, hiking poles help you safely go farther, faster, and engage your upper body. Check out this article from @nytimes to learn how to start reaping the benefits! Read more: nytimes.com/2025/06/07/wel…

Between their 20s-40s, most Americans can expect to put on 10-25 pounds — + after 30, exercise may not have the same payoff it once did. Here’s how to keep these effects at bay: eat right, hydrate, limit alcohol, get adequate sleep, and more. Read more: tinyurl.com/58vjmtpv

Short on time? An at-home workout routine may be best for you. Check out this article from @usnewshealth for tips on how to get started! Read more: tinyurl.com/3dj38ju7

While many experts have suggested that rising obesity rates are due to declining physical activity as societies become more industrialized, a new study shows that people in wealthier countries expend just as much - or even more - energy daily. Read more: news-medical.net/news/20250718/…

Dr. Christine Pellegrini of the USCPRC recently completed a study evaluating a telephone-delivered adaptation of the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk With Ease program. Findings show significant improvements in physical function, fatigue, + self-management among adults with arthritis.

The “early to bed, early to rise” proverb applies to your daily exercise regimen, a new study says. On average, folks with a typical bedtime around 9 p.m. logged ~ 30 more minutes of physical activity/day, compared to night owls up until 1 a.m. Read more: tinyurl.com/yc2nwwad

New from the USC Prevention Research Center! Our latest study explores how churches across 23 states implemented the FAN (Faith, Activity, and Nutrition) program to support healthy eating + physical activity. Check out this visual summary of key outcomes and CFIR insights!

Struggling with a bad case of “tech neck?” Check out this article from @nytimes—it has 7 exercises designed to soothe your sore neck and shoulder muscles. Read more: nytimes.com/2025/06/30/wel…

If you’re looking to boost your running practice, try this simple tip: Keep your eyes on the finish line. Research shows that narrowing your focus while running — especially as you get closer to the end — can help you run faster + push harder. Read more: tinyurl.com/yxjp4e6e

ICYMI: A new review finds that, in the general population, increased street connectivity, destination accessibility, and access to transit contribute to higher levels of transport walking. Read more: sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Fitness trackers aren’t accurately assessing the physical activity of people with obesity, according to this study published in @USNewsHealth. Read more: tinyurl.com/fcdmu2zt

Join us this Tuesday, 07/15 at 4pm for our next Physical Activity Brown Bottle Series (PABBS) summer networking social at Columbia Craft. This will be an informal opportunity for students, staff, + faculty to connect over a cold beverage + conversation. We hope to see you there!

ICYMI: A new study finds that HIIT (high-intensity interval training) + MICT (moderate-intensity continuous training) exhibit a similar long-term effect on objective physical activity and sedentary time in a general population of older adults. Read more: tinyurl.com/ara7a9xy

Struggling with low back pain? Slip on your shoes and start walking, a new study suggests. People who walked more than 78 minutes a day were less likely to suffer from low back pain, researchers reported. Read more: tinyurl.com/4dysthe7

ICYMI: A new study finds that older adults are generally more active when they live in neighborhoods with clean roads, visible greenery, accessible fitness or recreational facilities, and social companionship. Read more: tinyurl.com/bdeynnvh

Before you jump into a new outdoor fitness routine, health experts say it’s important to take steps to stay safe and avoid injury. Check out this article from @usnewshealth for 7 tips for outdoor fitness without injury! Read more: tinyurl.com/yc28r76s

Think you need to spend hours lifting weights to build muscle or get stronger? Research suggests that just a few smart, focused sets may be all it takes to see real gains. Read more: usnews.com/news/health-ne…

ICYMI: A review finds that physical activity (PA) is highest in high-income countries, despite 22%+ of people sitting for 8+ hrs/day. In contrast, only 4.4% those in low-income countries reported sitting 8+ hrs/day, yet their overall PA levels were lower. tinyurl.com/454dh9uz

A structured exercise program helped colon cancer survivors live longer and lowered their odds for a relapse, a new study shows. Over the period, people in the exercise group had 28% fewer cancers and 37% fewer deaths from any cause. Read more: tinyurl.com/2h293jj6

ICYMI: A new study reveals that culturally sensitive, home-based interventions could help older adults in diverse communities move more and sit less, unlocking healthier aging for all. Read more: bmjopen.bmj.com/content/15/5/e…