Sedentary behaviors (SB) are characterized by low energy expenditure while in a sitting or
reclining posture. Evidence relevant to understanding the physiology of SB can be derived …

Hypertension affects approximately one third of the world's adult population and is a major
cause of premature death despite considerable advances in pharmacological treatments …

Despite strong scientific evidence supporting the benefits of regular exercise for the
prevention and management of cardiovascular disease (CVD), physical inactivity is highly …

Obesity is a complex disease that affects whole body metabolism and is associated with an
increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and Type 2 diabetes (T2D). Physical …

On the 400th anniversary of Harvey's Lumleian lectures, this review focuses on
“hemodynamic” forces associated with the movement of blood through arteries in humans …

Background: Brown adipose tissue (BAT) is an important tissue for thermogenesis, making it
a potential target to decrease the risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular …

Endothelial dysfunction is a characteristic of systemic arterial hypertension (SAH) and an
early marker of atherosclerosis. Aerobic exercise training (AT) improves endothelial function …

There is a pandemic of physical inactivity that appears to parallel the widespread
prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Yet, regular physical activity (PA) and exercise …

Resistance training (RT) is an often ignored but essential component of physical health. The
functioning of the musculoskeletal system declines with age, resulting in sarcopenia, loss of …

The rate of age-associated cognitive decline varies considerably between individuals. It is
important, both on a societal and individual level, to investigate factors that underlie these …