How much physical activity is too much?

As many as 10% of high-performance runners, and possibly an equal number of body builders, have an exercise addiction. Thirty minutes a day of moderate physical activity is enough to help prevent things like diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. read more

Thirty minutes a day of moderate physical activity is enough to help prevent things like diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Exercise addicts tend to think that a two-hour run makes them four times as healthy. It doesn’t work that way. Too much exercise can lead to injuries, exhaustion, depression, and suicide. read more

The current exercise guidelines for adults recommend at least 150 minutes per week of moderate physical activity – or 75 minutes per week of vigorous physical activity. read more

Erica Shaw July 25, 2016 Fitness, Scientifically Speaking 1 Comment The recent phenomenon of augmented reality games like Pokémon Go and Zombies Run has more people than ever out getting exercise. read more