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HIIT may help older adults lose fat while preserving muscle
30 Minute Full Body Dumbbell HIIT Challenge [Standing Only Workout]
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HIIT may help older adults lose fat while preserving muscle
30 Minute Full Body Dumbbell HIIT Challenge [Standing Only Workout]
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HIIT may help older adults lose fat while preserving muscle
A new Australian study suggests the way older adults exercise may matter more than how long they exercise. Researchers followed people in their 70s through six months of different workout styles and found that while most forms of exercise helped reduce body fat, only one approach protected muscle at the same time. The results raise an intriguing question about whether common fitness advice for aging bodies is missing something important and whether a shorter, more intense approach could actually be better for staying strong as we age.
Healthy Fact of the Day: Daytime exposure to natural daylight can improve focus and reaction time. Bright light helps keep your brain alert and supports better cognitive performance throughout the day, especially during tasks that require concentration and quick thinking.