Could exercise be helpful for tired oxygen users?
Portable oxygen can not only help people feel less tired during the day but also aid their recovery after exercise, which some lethargic users may want to try more often following the release of recent research.
A study published in the journal Mental Health and Physical Activity found doing 150 minutes of moderate to strenuous training a week improved the quality of sleep by as much as 65 per cent.
The investigation looked at the cases of 2,600 men and women between the ages of 18 and 85 and found exercise could have a beneficial effect on the many people who have problems with tiredness.
Indeed, many participants in the study said they felt less drowsy during the day when they were more physically active.
"It may be easier when you are tired to skip the workout and go to sleep, but it may be beneficial for your long-term health to make the hard decision and get your exercise," professor of exercise science at Oregon State University and one of the authors of the investigation Brad Cardinal said.
Other positive effects noticed by those taking part in the study included having better concentration and fewer leg cramps while sleeping, with these symptoms reported 45 and 68 per cent less often respectively.
Lead author of the investigation Paul Loprinzi, who is now an assistant professor at Bellarmine University, said these findings suggest people who do more exercise could see an increase in their productivity at work or in school.
Getting more sleep by using portable oxygen to both stay alert and as an aid to keep fit may also reduce the chances of people becoming physically ill, as recent research showed poor sleep increases individuals' risk of health problems.
Studies presented at the American College of Chest Physicians' (AACP) yearly meeting Chest 2011 associated low-quality slumber with obesity, heart disease, strokes and high blood pressure.
Posted by Stewart Elliott
23/11/2011 16:56:30
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