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06/05/2021

Physical inactivity is linked to more severe COVID-19 infection and a heightened risk of dying from the disease, finds a large US study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine last month.

As a risk factor for severe disease, physical inactivity was surpassed only by advanced age and a history of organ transplant.

Patients with COVID-19 who were consistently inactive during the 2 years preceding the pandemic were more likely to be admitted to hospital, to require intensive care, and to die than were patients who had consistently met physical activity guidelines, the findings show.

The researchers assessed outcomes for 48,440 adults with confirmed COVID-19 infection between January and October 2020.

The study concludes: “We recommend that public health authorities inform all populations that short of vaccination and following public health safety guidelines such as social distancing and mask use, engaging in regular [physical activity] may be the single most important action individuals can take to prevent severe COVID-19 and its complications, including death.

“This message is especially important given the increased barriers to achieving regular [physical activity] during lockdowns and other pandemic restrictions.”

Surpassed only by advanced age and organ transplant as a risk factor, large study shows Physical inactivity is linked to more severe COVID-19 infection and a heightened risk of dying from the disease, finds a large US study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Patients with CO...

04/11/2019

Mediterranean diet is the way to go.

A small study found that 11 athletes who consumed a Mediterranean diet for less than a week increased their performance in a long-distance running test. The researchers hypothesize that the diet'

02/09/2019

Early morning run along the technical trails and cliff tops of the beautiful Ses Salinas National Park in Ibiza :)

29/08/2019

The potential downside to training beyond exhaustion.

Researchers have found that muscle fatigue caused by overexertion when practicing a skill can affect the task in hand and impair learning afterwards.

15/07/2019

Just what we like to hear!

A small study found that 11 athletes who consumed a Mediterranean diet for less than a week increased their performance in a long-distance running test. The researchers hypothesize that the diet'

06/07/2019

Short bursts of exercise to support brain health

OHSU research discovers a gene in mice that’s activated by brief periods of exercise.

17/06/2019

Strength and weights exercising for diabetes

Scientists demonstrated that a moderate strength training program helps control diabetes even without weight loss.

04/11/2018

Post-run swim in the crystal clear and slightly chilly waters of Cala Boix - you gotta love November in Ibiza!

19/09/2018

Sunday's Ruta Norte CxM 20km race was a stunning technical trail route and very well organised. Tough day at the office for me, but as always an adventure!

Impromptu rock climbing, banter with the old boys over morning coffee, storm drains ... If you'd like to know more then head over to the blog:

https://www.runibiza.com/stories/2018/9/18/the-mighty-sant-joan-cxm

27/08/2018

Looking forward to this one!

Sant Joan de Labritja in the north of Ibiza will be hosting its own trail race, on the 16th of September.

The "Ruta Norte CxM" will be 20km with a very tasty 800m elevation gain.

Starting and finishing in the beautiful village of Sant Joan, the course follows a loop, first north to the small coastal town of Portinatx, then along the coastline and back up into the hills. It promises some wonderful and technical single track with sensational views.

The organisers have also planned a shorter race over 5km (+150m elevation) together with a hike.

For more info check out our Events page www.runibiza.com/events

21/08/2018

It was a struggle to get out of bed early this morning, but worth it for an adventure, running up into the hills with stunning views towards Tagomago and the northeast coast of Ibiza .

16km on the trails with 500m elevation gain - not a bad morning's work!