Pumping iron is good for the heart, UBC researchers show
Just one session of interval weight-training can decrease the risk of Type 2 diabetes complications, according to a UBC Okanagan study. This is encouraging news for those starting the New Year with good intentions.
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Daily reminders to increase calcium intake are effective
UBC researchers have demonstrated that simple, cost-effective email messages can help improve the health habits of Canadians.
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UBC engages in community partnership to investigate children’s health in BC’s Interior
A new partnership established by UBC researchers may lead to a more targeted approach to children’s health and well-being, and the specific health risks children face in the Southern Interior.
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Sleep apnea immediately compromises blood pressure
A single bout of sleep apnea impacts the human body’s ability to regulate blood pressure.
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People trying to quit smoking don’t always focus on tobacco cessation
Fifty per cent of statements made by smokers during counselling sessions designed to help them stop have nothing to do with quitting, a UBC study has found.
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Music may help make high-intensity interval training viable option for average person
Listening to music may make it easier for people to adopt short duration exercise regimens that could help them stay in shape, according to researchers at UBC’s Okanagan campus.
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Fitness apps more effective when they are personalized
When fitness apps include personal touches such as individualized goals and contact with a ‘real live trainer’, users tend to exercise more consistently, a UBC study concludes.
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Many parents lack the confidence to get their kids to exercise
If Canadian parents are going to get their kids to exercise more, they need more than just public awareness campaigns.
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Human brain wired to avoid information overload
The conscious part of the human brain is actually more in tune with body parts that are not moving, UBC research shows.
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UBC celebrates graduates and student accomplishment
After a year of celebration at UBC Okanagan, the last hurrah takes place this week as the campus recognizes one of its largest graduating classes—more than 1,600 students will cross the stage to accept their UBC degree.
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