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New research says regular exercise can help slow the progression to Alzheimer's disease as well as improve the heart and brain.

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ExerciseNZ has endorsed new research which shows physical activity and good sleep work together to counter negative health effects of poor sleep.

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Sport and Recreation Minister Grant Robertson has announced how $5.7 million will be allocated to create better quality experiences for disabled tamariki and rangatahi.

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A new study has found that exercise may help older adults by slowing the onset of memory loss and dementia.

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The American College annual ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal® worldwide survey results were released in early January.

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Researchers in this study wanted to determine the rate that free online educational resources presented at least one message consistent with national physical activity guidelines (PAGs).

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ExerciseNZ chief executive Richard Beddie says people wanting to exercise again after the long holiday break should start gently with less intensity.

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The World Health Organisation (WHO) launched new Guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour on 25th November 2020.

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Evidence links muscle-strengthening exercise to optimal health and well-being, but over 80 percent of adults do not report meeting the muscle-strengthening exercise guidelines.

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Latest academic research studies have found that exercise increases life expectancy regardless of the size of people - proving exercise is critical to longevity.

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