An experiment saw 77 physically inactive mind gamers from 21 countries – who specialise in chess and e-sports – complete a training programme to examine the link between exercise and mental performance. After four months, the study found their minds were ‘significantly sharpened’ and they were able to perform at a higher level than before. The gamers’ cognitive function was …
A poll of 2,000 adults revealed they exercise an average of four times a week during summer, but this decreases during the colder months, with 31 per cent less active then than at any other time of the year. Nearly three quarters (72 per cent) of those put the drop in activity down to the colder temperatures, with 57 per …
A poll of 2,000 adults found a quarter consume more alcohol and 28 per cent have different sleeping patterns during the warmer months. Nearly a fifth (20 per cent) skip breakfast, while 19 per cent don’t exercise as much as they usually would. And 20 per cent forget to take their daily vitamins, supplements or fortified products. Despite this, 23 …
More than a quarter of adults believe they lead a sedentary lifestyle – with the average person sitting down for up to 40 hours a week. A study of 2,000 Brits found 34 per cent think they need to be more physically active but struggle to do so. And 27 per cent admit they aren’t as active as they should …
Swimming can be the best sport to relieve stress while walking could clear a mental block, according to experts. TV personality and GP Dr Zoe Williams has recommended movements you can undertake to help improve certain moods. She advises getting some fresh air by walking if you are having a mental block or feel unmotivated can help give you a …
Data found Baby Boomers – those aged 57-70 – were the most active, exercising for an average of 215 minutes a week. In contrast, Gen Z – those aged 18-24 – were the most inactive, with a weekly average of 111 minutes of exercise. The study also suggested a positive link between exercise and mental health with Baby Boomers rating …
Almost a third of Brits (30 per cent) feel their eating habits have become worse during the pandemic. A study of 2,000 adults found four in 10 are eating more comfort food than they usually do as they cope with the effects of lockdown. And more than one in 10 (13 per cent) even claimed Zoom calls with …
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