npj Aging,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11(1)
Published: April 12, 2025
This
study
investigates
the
relationship
between
physical
activity
(PA)
levels
and
DNA
methylation
(DNAm)-predicted
epigenetic
clocks
in
a
U.S.
population
sample
(n
=
948,
mean
age
62,
49%
female).
Eight
were
analyzed,
revealing
that
higher
PA
significantly
associated
with
younger
biological
ages
across
all
indicators,
strongest
effects
observed
for
SkinBloodAge
LinAge.
Multivariable
linear
regression
models,
adjusted
sociodemographic
lifestyle
factors,
highlighted
potential
of
to
reduce
ageing.
Subgroup
analyses
indicated
these
associations
more
pronounced
among
non-Hispanic
whites,
individuals
BMI
25-30,
former
smokers,
suggesting
impact
varies
different
groups.
These
findings
emphasize
role
slowing
ageing
reducing
age-related
health
risks.
Promoting
regular
PA,
especially
older
adults
those
BMI,
could
improve
well-being
lifespan,
highlighting
as
modifiable
factor
healthy
disease
prevention.
Journal of Sports Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
42(6), P. 527 - 536
Published: March 18, 2024
This
study
aimed
to
investigate
the
association
between
physical
activity,
sedentary
behaviour
and
chronic
inflammation
in
short
sleep
adults.
The
included
2,113
NHANES
participants
with
self-reported
insufficient
sleep.
C-reactive
protein
(CRP)
was
used
as
inflammatory
biomarker.
Physical
activity
were
objectively
measured
by
accelerometers.
Weighted
regression
model,
two
–
piecewise
linear
restricted
cubic
splines
applied
evaluate
associations
mentioned
above.
An
isotemporal
substitution
model
assess
modelled
effects
of
replacing
time
(ST)
moderate-to-vigorous
levels
(MVPA)
or
light
(LPA).
After
adjusting
for
potential
confounding
factors,
higher
ST
lower
LPA
MVPA
associated
CRP
levels.
Isotemporal
analysis
indicated
that
30
minutes
a
significant
decrease
Saturation
suggested
may
plateau
at
over
20
per
day.
Findings
this
provides
insight
into
benefits
MVPA.
also
suggests
increasing
beyond
certain
point
not
provide
additional
anti-inflammatory
population.
Abstract
Aims
The
molecular
mechanism
of
short‐sleep
conditions
on
cognition
remains
largely
unknown.
This
research
aimed
to
investigate
associations
between
short
sleep,
inflammatory
biomarkers
and
cognitive
function
in
the
US
population
(NHANES
data
2011–2014)
explore
cellular
mechanisms
mice.
Methods
Systemic
immune‐inflammation
index
(SII)
was
calculated
using
blood‐cell
based
biomarkers.
Further,
we
employed
integrated
bioinformatics
single‐cell
transcriptomics
(GSE137665)
examine
how
sleep
exposure
influenced
pathways
associated
with
inflammation
brain.
To
signaling
biological
processes
deprivation,
carried
out
enrichment
analyses
utilizing
GO
KEGG
databases.
Results
Population
results
showed
that,
compared
normal
group,
severe
lower
ability
all
four
tests.
Moreover,
a
higher
SII
level
correlated
scores
In
mice
study,
elevated
activation
pathway
observed
cell
subgroups
neurons
within
deprivation
recovery
cohorts.
Additionally,
heightened
expression
oxidative
stress
response
noted
GABAergic
during
deprivation.
Conclusion
study
contributed
understanding
influence
its
mechanisms.
BMC Public Health,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: July 17, 2024
Abstract
Background
Short
sleep
can
lead
to
an
increase
in
inflammation
and
regular
exercise
has
been
shown
have
a
mitigation
effect.
However,
the
association
between
physical
(PE)
short
population
is
unknown
intriguing
issue.
Methods
NHANES
dataset
spanning
years
2007
2018
were
analyzed.
To
investigate
relationship
mentioned
above,
we
carried
out
multivariate
linear
regression
models
controlling
for
sociodemographic
lifestyles
factors.
The
systemic
immune
index
(SII)
served
as
reflection
of
inflammatory
potential,
calculated
product
platelet
count,
neutrophil
divided
by
lymphocyte
count.
Self-reported
questionnaires
used
collect
information.
Results
A
total
14,664
participants
included
final
analysis.
Across
three
models,
PE
showed
significant
negative
associations
with
SII
continuous
variable
[Crude
Model,
β
(95%
CI):
-1.261(-1.600,
-0.922),
p
<
0.001;
Model
1,
-1.005(-1.344,
-0.666),
2,
-0.470(-0.827,
-0.112),
=
0.011].
consistent
nature
findings
persisted
when
investigating
categorized
variable.
By
two-piecewise
model,
saturation
effect
inflection
point
2400
MET-minutes/week.
Conclusion
This
study
suggested
that
performing
no
more
than
MET-minutes/week
was
associated
lower
levels
population,
while
might
not
bring
additional
benefits.
International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: Nov. 28, 2024
Abstract
Background
While
evidence
consistently
demonstrates
that
physical
activity
is
beneficial
to
mental
health,
it
remains
relatively
unknown
how
benefits
and
which
factors
influence
the
effect
of
on
health.
This
understanding
could
vastly
increase
our
capacity
design,
recommend,
prescribe
in
more
optimal
ways.
The
purpose
this
study
was
systematically
review
synthesise
all
mediators
moderators
relationship
between
Methods
Systematic
searches
four
databases
(i.e.,
Scopus,
PsycINFO,
PubMed,
SPORTDiscus)
identified
11,633
initial
studies.
Empirical
studies
quantitatively
assessed
activity,
or
conducted
a
intervention,
measured
health
outcome,
tested
one
mediator
moderator
were
included.
A
total
247
met
inclusion
criteria;
173
examined
mediation
82
moderation.
Results
best-evidence
synthesis
revealed
strong
for
12
including
affect,
wellbeing,
self-esteem,
self-efficacy,
self-worth,
body
image
satisfaction,
resilience,
social
support,
connection,
pain,
fatigue.
Moderate
further
15
eight
moderators.
Conclusions
Findings
should
inform
design
future
interventions
ensure
effects
related
outcomes.
Additionally,
if
professionals
take
these
into
consideration
when
prescribing
recommending
would
likely
have
greater
impact
population
Frontiers in Endocrinology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Oct. 14, 2024
Sufficient
physical
activity
and
sleep
duration
are
essential
for
overall
health.
While
one-third
of
the
US
population
reports
short
(<7
h),
which
is
proven
to
link
with
negative
health
status.
Current
evidence
on
relationship
between
activity,
sedentary
behavior,
serum
insulin
level
in
groups
limited.
Frontiers in Medicine,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
11
Published: Jan. 7, 2025
To
explore
the
connection
between
metabolic
parameters
and
severity
of
hepatic
steatosis
determined
through
ultrasound
in
elderly
individuals
with
dysfunction-associated
fatty
liver
disease
(MAFLD).
4,663
senior
who
were
65
years
age
or
older
included
this
research.
They
examined
physically
at
Ninghai
Street
Community
Health
Service
Center
Yantai
City
June
7,
2021,
October
15,
2021.
There
two
categories
identified:
MAFLD
group
(n
=
2,985)
non-MAFLD
1,678).
Based
on
ultrasonography
results,
further
separated
into
three
groups:
mild
2,104),
moderate
766),
severe
115).
identify
indicators
risk
for
steatosis,
data
was
contrasted
groups
employing
logistic
regression.
In
comparison
to
group,
showed
significantly
elevated
levels
body
mass
index
(BMI),
blood
pressure,
gender,
age,
lipid
profile,
alanine
transaminase
(ALT),
fasting
glucose
(FBG;
p
<
0.05).
Among
MAFLD,
there
a
positive
correlation
BMI,
FBG,
ALT,
aspartate
(AST)
(p
Logistic
regression
analysis
indicated
that
female
triglycerides
(TG),
serum
uric
acid
(SUA)
constituted
factors
increased
MAFLD.
The
patients
is
correlated
TG,
SUA.
BMC Sports Science Medicine and Rehabilitation,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(1)
Published: Jan. 23, 2025
To
summarize
the
existing
literature
and
evaluate
efficacy
of
combined
resistance
aerobic
training
in
alleviating
depressive
symptoms
among
individuals
with
depression.
Subgroup
analyses
were
conducted
based
on
study
region,
age,
depression
severity,
intervention
duration,
frequency,
whether
was
supervised
or
unsupervised.
Five
databases
thoroughly
examined
from
database
establishment
until
August
20,
2024,
to
find
randomized
controlled
trials
that
investigated
impact
Finally,
27
eligible
studies
included,
involving
a
total
2,342
patients
The
outcomes
indicated
notably
improved
signs
these
(SMD=-1.39,
95%CI=-1.80
-0.96,
p
=
0.000).
analysis
area,
severity
symptoms,
exercise
prescription
revealed
had
particularly
significant
effect
middle-aged
elderly
depression,
as
well
those
moderate
Additionally,
period
(9–24
weeks),
frequency
(3–4
times
per
week),
weekly
duration
more
than
180
min
displayed
best
results.
Resistance
serves
an
efficient
approach
relieve
depression-related
Moderate
intensity,
offer
greatest
benefit.
Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 1, 2025
The
relationship
between
physical
activity
(PA),
telomere
length,
and
phenotypic
age
(PhenoAge)
represents
a
pivotal
area
of
investigation
in
aging
research.
study
encompassed
cohort
6200
participants
aged
20
years
above,
sourced
from
the
National
Health
Nutrition
Examination
Survey
(NHANES).
Physical
(PA)
levels
were
assessed
employing
Global
Activity
Questionnaire,
while
DNA
samples
collected
to
determine
measured
base
pairs.
PhenoAge,
an
emerging
index
relying
on
nine
distinct
chemical
biomarkers,
was
computed.
Incorporating
fully
adjusted
model,
our
analysis
showed
significant
correlations
PA
engagement
PhenoAge
[Low
PA,
β
(95
%
CI):
0.039(-0.071,-0.008),
p
=
0.021;
Moderate
0.058(-0.082,-0.034),
<
0.001;
High
0.069(-0.096,-0.042),
0.001].
Furthermore,
positive
link
emerged
elevated
with
CI)
0.011(0.001,
0.022),
0.034.
A
mediation
performed,
demonstrating
that
length
mediated
connection
proportion
calculated
at
3.57
%.
Our
findings
suggest
may
play
key
role
mitigating
processes
by
preserving
highlighting
potential
as
target
for
interventions
aimed
promoting
healthy
longevity.