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Physical inactivity is linked to more severe COVID-19 infection and a heightened risk of dying from the disease, finds a large US study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine last month.

As a risk factor for severe disease, physical inactivity was surpassed only by advanced age and a history of organ transplant.

Patients with COVID-19 who were consistently inactive during the 2 years preceding the pandemic were more likely to be admitted to hospital, to require intensive care, and to die than were patients who had consistently met physical activity guidelines, the findings show.

The researchers assessed outcomes for 48,440 adults with confirmed COVID-19 infection between January and October 2020.

The study concludes: “We recommend that public health authorities inform all populations that short of vaccination and following public health safety guidelines such as social distancing and mask use, engaging in regular [physical activity] may be the single most important action individuals can take to prevent severe COVID-19 and its complications, including death.

“This message is especially important given the increased barriers to achieving regular [physical activity] during lockdowns and other pandemic restrictions.”

Physical inactivity linked to more severe COVID-19 infection and death | BMJ Surpassed only by advanced age and organ transplant as a risk factor, large study shows Physical inactivity is linked to more severe COVID-19 infection and a heightened risk of dying from the disease, finds a large US study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Patients with CO...

Mediterranean diet is the way to go.

Mediterranean Diet Tied to Better Performance in 5K Run A small study found that 11 athletes who consumed a Mediterranean diet for less than a week increased their performance in a long-distance running test. The researchers hypothesize that the diet'

Early morning run along the technical trails and cliff tops of the beautiful Ses Salinas National Park in Ibiza :)

The potential downside to training beyond exhaustion.

Training beyond exhaustion can prevent learning Researchers have found that muscle fatigue caused by overexertion when practicing a skill can affect the task in hand and impair learning afterwards.

Just what we like to hear!

Mediterranean Diet Tied to Better Performance in 5K Run A small study found that 11 athletes who consumed a Mediterranean diet for less than a week increased their performance in a long-distance running test. The researchers hypothesize that the diet'

Short bursts of exercise to support brain health

Study reveals a short bout of exercise enhances brain function OHSU research discovers a gene in mice that’s activated by brief periods of exercise.

Strength and weights exercising for diabetes

Moderate Strength Training Can Control Diabetes Even Before Weight Loss Scientists demonstrated that a moderate strength training program helps control diabetes even without weight loss.

Post-run swim in the crystal clear and slightly chilly waters of Cala Boix - you gotta love November in Ibiza!

Sunday's Ruta Norte CxM 20km race was a stunning technical trail route and very well organised. Tough day at the office for me, but as always an adventure!

Impromptu rock climbing, banter with the old boys over morning coffee, storm drains ... If you'd like to know more then head over to the blog:

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