FITNESShttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/FitnessPhrase or sentence describing the channelOne in three adults obese by 2012http://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/one_in_three_adults_obese_by_2012A new study has revealed that by the time Britain hosts the Olympics one in three adults in England will be obese. Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:45:26 GMTLifestyle can reduce cancer riskhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/lifestyle_can_reduce_cancer_riskThe risk of cancer can be reduced by a combination of exercise and sleep, according to new research. Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:07:49 GMTShort sprints good for healthhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/short_sprints_good_for_healthResearchers have uncovered evidence that suggests short bursts of sprinting could be as good for you as doing five sessions of an hour's slower-paced exercise a week. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 03:02:56 GMTCan computer games improve health?http://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/can_computer_games_improve_healthA study has been launched looking into whether a computer-games console can combat the growing levels of child obesity in Britain. Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:26:07 GMTBreast cancer risk `cut by exercise`http://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/breast_cancer_risk_cut_by_exerciseThe risk of breast cancer can be cut by a third by vigorous exercise such as heavy housework and chopping wood, according to the US National Institutes of Health Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:04:48 GMTWomen want better sports facilitieshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/women_want_better_sports_facilitiesBetter sports facilities and customer care are key to encouraging women to take more exercise, according to the Women's Sport and Fitness Foundation (WSFF). Mon, 24 Nov 2008 09:10:13 GMTWorld 100m record up for grabshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/world_100m_record_up_for_grabsMan has yet to reach his fastest running speed, with one scientist predicting the men's 100-metre world record could be sliced down to 9.48 seconds or less. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:53:02 GMTIllness caused by bacteria in mudhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/illness_caused_by_bacteria_in_mudThe most likely cause of an outbreak of vomiting and diarrhoea following a mountain biking event was mud contaminated with sheep faeces, a report has said. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:29:24 GMTWarm-up can prevent sports injurieshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/warmup_can_prevent_sports_injuriesStructured warm-up exercises could cut serious sports injuries by half, new research from Norway has suggested. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 02:42:08 GMTWorking women lack perfect figurehttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/working_women_lack_perfect_figureA study of women's body shapes has found that women who go out to work are less likely to have the "perfect" figure. Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:00:33 GMTFitness videos go like hot cakeshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/fitness_videos_go_like_hot_cakesFitness videos continue to be a temporary answer to the many New Year's resolutions uttered by overfed revellers recovering from the Christmas period. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:46:15 GMTWii games fitness hit with elderlyhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/wii_games_fitness_hit_with_elderlyWii computer consoles are proving to be a big hit with pensioners, who are using them to stay fit and healthy, it has been revealed. Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:23:11 GMTBursts of exercise benefit hearthttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/bursts_of_exercise_benefit_heartThe risk of diabetes and heart disease can be substantially reduced by short, sharp bursts of exercise instead of hours in the gym, according to new research. Wed, 28 Jan 2009 11:53:22 GMTExercise classes for one-year-oldshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_classes_for_oneyearoldsA council in Manchester has launched "movercise" classes for one-year-olds in a bid to tackle obesity in youngsters. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:04:38 GMT41% unaware of diet link to cancerhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/41_unaware_of_diet_link_to_cancerDespite an abundance of advice available on how people can protect themselves against cancer, four out of 10 people are still unaware of the link between what they eat and the disease, a new survey has revealed. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:46:11 GMTYoungsters offered free gym entryhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/youngsters_offered_free_gym_entryThousands of young children in Liverpool will be able to exercise for free in gyms throughout the city under plans to cut rising levels of obesity. Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:04:17 GMTLords a-leaping in peek of fitnesshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/lords_aleaping_in_peek_of_fitnessThe prospect of ten lords a-leaping around the the Upper House raised wry smiles during health questions on tackling obesity. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 03:11:49 GMTChildren given freedom more activehttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/children_given_freedom_more_activeA study into children's activity levels has found that youngsters who have the freedom to visit friends and go shopping are more active than those whose parents keep a close eye on them. Mon, 06 Apr 2009 12:01:01 GMTExercise cuts heart failure deathshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_cuts_heart_failure_deathsResearchers have found heart failure patients who regularly exercise can significantly reduce their risk of death and hospital admission compared to those who did not. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:21:17 GMTVitamins undo exercise benefitshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/vitamins_undo_exercise_benefitsNew research has revealed that some of the most important health benefits of exercise can be negated by the effects of antioxidant vitamins. Tue, 12 May 2009 11:33:47 GMTBreakfast cereal `boosts recovery`http://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/breakfast_cereal_boosts_recoveryForget expensive branded sports drinks and tuck into a bowl of breakfast cereal after a hard workout, says an expert. Thu, 14 May 2009 08:56:07 GMTTop loser crowned weight-loss kinghttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/top_loser_crowned_weightloss_kingWeight-loss king Kevin Sage has been crowned ITV1`s top loser after shedding 9st 6lb over four-and-a-half months. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 09:23:41 GMTWorkers too busy to exercisehttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/workers_too_busy_to_exerciseTwo adults in every three may be putting their health at risk because of a lack of exercise, according to a new report. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:52:02 GMTSkateboarding added to curriculumhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/skateboarding_added_to_curriculumA Merseyside council is introducing skateboarding to all of its schools in a bid to fight rising obesity levels and boost interest in PE. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:48:49 GMTNational gym scheme expands northhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/national_gym_scheme_expands_northA series of outdoor gyms aiming to improve the health of future generations is spreading nationwide, with the unveiling of the first such facility to be built outside London. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:27:42 GMTExercise halves risk of cancerhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_halves_risk_of_cancerVigorous exercise for at least 30 minutes a day could halve the risk of dying from cancer, according to new research. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:07:51 GMTStudy: Beetroot may boost staminahttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/study_beetroot_may_boost_staminaStamina levels could be boosted by beetroot juice, research into the red vegetable has suggested. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 01:52:31 GMTHigh-fat diet damages performancehttpA high-fat diet leads to a decline in mental and physical performance, according to new scientific research. Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:05:36 GMTExercise helps elderly live longerhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_helps_elderly_live_longerIsraeli researchers have found that adults who continue or begin to exercise in later life appear to live longer and have a lower risk of disability. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 04:04:01 GMTGroup training extends pain limithttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/group_training_extends_pain_limitNew research suggests that athletes who train in groups can tolerate up to double the amount of pain as those who train alone. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:49:48 GMTExercise reduces breast cancer riskhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_reduces_breast_cancer_riskPost-menopausal women who spend an hour a day doing moderate-to-vigorous exercise could significantly reduce their risk of developing breast cancer, new research shows. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:32:29 GMTHealth department endorses Wii gamehttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/health_department_endorses_wii_gameThe Department of Health has permitted the use of the NHS Change4Life logo for advertising the Nintendo Wii Fit Plus on television and in shops when it goes on sale this week. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 01:47:29 GMTTrial seeks best running strategyhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/trial_seeks_best_running_strategyKeen runners are being sought to take part in a trial designed to find the best mental strategy to excel at the sport. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:54:12 GMTDieters suffer withdrawal symptomshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/dieters_suffer_withdrawal_symptomsDieters who become stuck in a cycle of calorie-cutting and binge-eating may experience similar withdrawal symptoms to those suffered by drug addicts and alcoholics, a study has suggested. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:23:55 GMTWalking speed linked to illnesshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/walking_speed_linked_to_illnessWalking speed has a strong affect on whether or not older people will die from cardiovascular disease - with those walking slowly up to three times more likely to die from the condition than those who walk faster. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:05:21 GMTSelenium may boost cholesterolhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/selenium_may_boost_cholesterolThe risk of heart disease could be made greater by eating dietary supplements containing selenium, it has been claimed by scientists. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 04:00:11 GMTExercise no cure for heavy drinkinghttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_no_cure_for_heavy_drinkingRegular exercise is a way to "make up" for an alcohol binge for almost 30 per cent of drinkers, a survey has found. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:15:17 GMTExercise could help sharpen mindhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_could_help_sharpen_mindA healthy body may be the key to a sharper mind and educational achievement in young adults, new research suggests. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:19:50 GMTConcerns over childrens fitnesshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/concerns_over_childrens_fitnessConcerns have been raised over British children's health, after a study found that their fitness levels are falling faster than anywhere else in the world. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:58:38 GMTLess TV viewing aids weight losshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/less_tv_viewing_aids_weight_lossNew research has suggested that watching less TV can help people lose weight by increasing activity and improving energy balance. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:43:23 GMTTop tips to lose Christmas bulgehttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/top_tips_to_lose_christmas_bulgeFitness guru Rosemary Conley has given her top tips for the millions of people who have made a New Year resolution to lose weight. Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:17:51 GMTScots vow to improve health in 2010http://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/scots_vow_to_improve_health_in_2010Results from a survey of Scots making new year resolutions show that two-thirds aim to improve their health. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:20:38 GMTEx-soldier breaks treadmill recordhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exsoldier_breaks_treadmill_recordA former soldier has run his way to glory and captured a world treadmill record. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:52:31 GMTExercise leads to better memoryhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/exercise_leads_to_better_memoryTaking regular exercise could lead to a better memory, research has suggested. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:09:55 GMTMP makes sweet argument in Commonshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/mp_makes_sweet_argument_in_commonsA top Tory waved a doughnut in the Commons chamber to demonstrate that the sugary snack held less calories than a pint of lager. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:40:38 GMTCoaches to raise childrens fitnesshttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/coaches_to_raise_childrens_fitnessChildren will be offered the chance to take part in cheerleading or yoga as part of a healthy living scheme which will see specially trained coaches being sent out to schools. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:19:16 GMTMany prefer surgery to lose fathttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/many_prefer_surgery_to_lose_fatAs many as 56 per cent of men and women in the UK would prefer losing weight through surgery to diet or exercise, a study has revealed. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:17:09 GMTChild fitness proposals unveiledhttp://www.pruhealth.co.uk/health_answers/clinical/in_the_news/Fitness/child_fitness_proposals_unveiledSchoolchildren could face annual "bleep tests" under Government proposals to fight obesity and declining fitness levels. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:37:00 GMT