Headache Sufferers Should Exercise More
The mere thought of running with a splitting headache makes me nauseous. However, according to a new study, I could avoid getting headaches all together, if I ran even more. Okay, maybe a 10-mile run won’t completely eliminate my headaches, but researchers maintain that a well-constructed fitness program can decrease the frequency of headaches and improve quality of life. The new study used a sample of migraine sufferers who were examined before, during and after an extensive aerobic exercise routine featuring continuous indoor cycling. The cardio regime was designed to improve maximal oxygen uptake without worsening the patients’ migraines. According … Continue reading