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Seasonality and climate change: Challenges for physical activity in older adults
Research indicates seasonal variations in physical activity levels among adults in different climates due to temperature and humidity. Climate change’s increasing extreme weather may significantly affect physical activity in older adults already struggling to meet activity guidelines. Isabelle J. Dionne from the Université de Sherbrooke explains.
The sociology of bridge: Sport recognition for mind sports
The game of contract bridge, as we know it today, originated in the 20th century – but what lies ahead for bridge as a mind sport? Professor Samantha Punch, the academic behind “Bridge: A MindSport For All”, provides the answer.
Identifying potential exercise mimetics that deliver the benefits of exercise
Robert Wessells, Associate Professor at Wayne State University, discusses his research on identifying potential exercise mediators or mimetics to deliver the benefits of exercise to less mobile individuals and help reduce the global disease burden.
Tackling physical inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle: Two distinct approaches
Being physically inactive and sedentary are two distinct issues that affect older adults. However, each problem necessitates a unique set of solutions; Professor Isabelle J. Dionne from the Université de Sherbrooke tells us more.
Leveraging exercise mimetics as potential therapeutics
Robert Wessells, Associate Professor at Wayne State University, explores whether identifying potential exercise mimetics can deliver the benefits of exercise to patients with reduced mobility.
Insights on metabolic health and reproductive wellness with Dr. Carol Elias
In this exclusive interview, Dr. Carol Elias simplifies the complex link between metabolism and reproduction, sharing insights into the science behind our physiological balance.
The mechanisms and benefits of exercise
At Wayne State University, Robert Wessells and his team are making significant strides in identifying potential exercise mediators or mimetics that could help mitigate pathologies resulting from prolonged sedentary periods.
Healthy aging and physical activity practice: The missing link
Isabelle J. Dionne, PhD, Professor, Université de Sherbrooke, walks us through physical activity practice and how it impacts research on healthy aging.
Injury prevention research to reduce youth-sport related injuries
Dr Carolyn Emery highlights injury prevention research in informing best practices and policies to reduce the burden of sport-related injuries and concussions in youth sports.
How brain research is making the benefits of regular exercise accessible to all
Robert Wessells from Wayne State University looks to the brain to understand how the benefits of regular exercise can be delivered to those who are unable to move as easily.
Revolutionary pain relief cream and two-minute exercise to cure and prevent lower back pain
Dr Helene Bertrand has specialised in pain treatment after suffering from ongoing lower back pain for 37 years. Here in conversation with Open Access Government, Helene explores her lower back pain journey and the ways she has found to heal herself.
Optimal Leisure Lifestyle: What we need to know
Robert A. Stebbins, Professor Emeritus at the University of Calgary, Canada, tells us what an optimal leisure lifestyle consists of, including finding balance in everyday living.
