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Can silver yoga enhance physical fitness in older adults? A 24-week study reveals insights

In 2008, a study conducted by Kuei-Min Chen and colleagues aimed to assess the impact of a 24-week silver yoga exercise program on the physical fitness of older adults attending senior activity centers. With an increasing focus on reducing future healthcare expenditures associated with chronic health conditions, promoting physical fitness in older adults has become paramount. The silver yoga exercise program was specifically designed to … Continue reading Can silver yoga enhance physical fitness in older adults? A 24-week study reveals insights

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Can Tai Chi chuan benefit pulmonary function in asthmatic children?

Background and Purpose: Tai Chi Chuan, a traditional Chinese exercise, is believed to enhance cardiopulmonary function in individuals with chronic illnesses. This study aimed to explore the effects of Tai Chi Chuan on the pulmonary function and daily symptoms of children suffering from asthma. Thirty asthmatic children were recruited, with half of them participating in a 12-week Tai Chi Chuan program while the other half … Continue reading Can Tai Chi chuan benefit pulmonary function in asthmatic children?

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Can exercise programs shield army recruits from overuse injuries? A critical evaluation

In 2008, a groundbreaking study conducted by Christoffer Brushøj and colleagues, the effectiveness of an exercise program in preventing overuse injuries among army recruits facing heightened physical activity levels was rigorously examined. The trial, a randomized controlled trial with a robust Level 1 evidence, enrolled 1020 soldiers undergoing three months of basic military training between December 2004 and December 2005. The study aimed to address … Continue reading Can exercise programs shield army recruits from overuse injuries? A critical evaluation

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Can structured exercise programs boost functional capacity in heart failure? Insights from a comprehensive study

In 2008, a study led by Danilo Sales Bocalini and his team, the effects of physical exercise on the functional capacity and quality of life in patients with heart failure were thoroughly investigated. The findings, published in a renowned medical journal, shed light on the potential benefits of structured exercise programs for individuals grappling with heart failure. The study, comprising forty-two patients of both genders … Continue reading Can structured exercise programs boost functional capacity in heart failure? Insights from a comprehensive study

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Human Energetics

Energy Supply Systems

There are three energy supply systems in our body. All three systems work on a smooth continuum. ATP – PCr (Immediate) energy system: An immediate energy supply required for a physical activity such as 100 m sprint or lifting a heavy weight (high intensity – short duration), comes mainly from intramuscular high-energy phosphates, ATPs and PCr. Such (very fast) energy supply lasts only less than 10 seconds … Continue reading Energy Supply Systems

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