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Researchers Want Boomers to Meet Daily Exercise Requirements

Researchers Want Boomers to Meet Daily Exercise Requirements

Posted in Research News on February 28, 2018

A UBC professor is trying to fix the disconnect when it comes to the amount of physical activity people older than 65 get on a regular basis.

Posted in Research News | Tagged aging, exercise, fitness, seniors

Big and Strong May Not Last as Long

Big and Strong May Not Last as Long

Posted in Research News on August 23, 2017

In the battle of the sexes, new UBC research suggests that men may be stronger physically but women have much greater muscle endurance than their male counterparts.

Posted in Research News | Tagged aging, exercise, lifestyle, seniors fitness

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