Physical Activity
The Crossroads of Physical Activity, Sleep and Cognitive Decline
Physical activity and sleep are both important when it comes to reducing the rate of cognitive decline
Delinking Fitness and Health from BMI, Weight and Obesity Labels
BMI is a flawed method for measuring obesity, but the obesity label itself is problem since fit but so-called overweight people live longer, healthier lives than unfit but so-called normal weight people
The Magic of a 30-45 Minutes Walk Every Day
The sweet spot of 4000 purposeful steps per day (not just the total steps) improves longevity, reduces cardiovascular risk and reduces the risk of dementia
Running Safely on Indian Roads - Run Facing the Traffic
Running on Indian roads is fraught with challenges and needs a heightened sense of awareness
Every Move Counts
Every move and step counts. Accelerometers and activity trackers have made it easier to understand the impact of physical activity on healthspan and lifespan
It is Better to Be Fit and Overweight than Normal Weight / Lean and Unfit
Those who are overweight-fit and obese-fit live longer than normal-BMI-unfit.
Is it Safe to Walk or Run Outdoors When Air Pollution is High?
It is safe to run/walk outdoors even in high AQI environments, compared to indoors, but within limits
Being Physically Active is Good, But Being Fit is Better
While any physical activity is better than none, the fitter you are, the better it is
Physical Activity - Why, When, Where, How Long, Which ?
Physical activity questions answered
Does Yoga Help Increase Healthspan and Lifespan?
If yoga makes you feel good, go for it.
