SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE

This study tested a smartphone app called iGAME that uses game-like features to encourage healthy lifestyle changes in people with low back pain, cancer, or depression. The goal was to see if the app could help them become more active and sit less. 48 adults took part, and the ap…

This study looked at whether taking short, regular walks during long periods of sitting can lower blood sugar and cholesterol after meals—key risk factors for diabetes and heart disease. Researchers compared normal-weight and overweight/obese South Asian adults who sit at least 7…

This study looked at whether doing Reformer Pilates for 8 weeks (twice a week, 50 minutes each) helps sedentary women improve their physical fitness, balance, and quality of life. A total of 57 women who did not exercise regularly took part. Half did Pilates, and the other half c…

This study tested whether exercise, with or without internet-based cognitive behavior therapy, can reduce fatigue in men with advanced prostate cancer. 126 participants were assigned to an exercise program or exercise plus online therapy for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if these…

This study looked at whether electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) exercise can improve strength in women who don't exercise regularly. 27 women aged 19-24 took part, with 12 doing EMS and 15 as controls. They were tested on various strength measures like push-ups, grip strength, a…

This study looked at 22 overweight adults with headaches to see if walking exercise and changes in body fat affect brain structure. Participants either followed a diet plus a 12-week walking program or diet alone. Brain scans and body measurements were taken before and after to t…

This study looked at whether doing one set or multiple sets of strength exercises works better for men who don't exercise. 34 sedentary men were split into groups doing single-set, multiple-set, or no training. Researchers measured changes in muscle strength, size, and jump perfo…

This study looked at whether replacing sitting time with standing or walking can help control blood sugar in South Asian adults who are overweight or obese. Eighteen participants changed their daily routines to sit less and move more. The results showed that even small changes ca…

This study tested whether 8 weeks of supervised aerobic or resistance exercise could improve heart-related blood markers in 45 healthy but sedentary women aged 18 to 25. Participants were split into three groups: aerobic exercise, resistance exercise, or no exercise. Researchers …

This study looked at whether getting up and moving more often during the day can help older women age better. Over 400 overweight women aged 55+ who sat a lot were asked to interrupt their sitting time. Researchers measured changes in blood sugar control and physical function aft…