#Healthpromotion

A groundbreaking new study reveals that simply combining two everyday activities—using a step counter and practicing mindfulness—could be the key to making exercise a more attractive, sustainable part of daily life. Published in April 2025 in the journal Mental Health and Physical Activity, researchers from the University of Bath found that integrating step tracking with mindfulness training delivered via a mobile application significantly improved participants’ desire to stay active compared to step counting alone. This research is particularly timely for Thai readers, as our society faces similar challenges with sedentary lifestyles and rising chronic health risks associated with inactivity.

A recent study suggests that pairing a simple step-tracking habit with brief mindfulness practice can make regular exercise more appealing and sustainable. Published in April 2025 in Mental Health and Physical Activity, researchers from the University of Bath found that combining step counting with app-guided mindfulness increased participants’ desire to stay active more than step counting alone. This finding resonates with Thailand, where sedentary lifestyles and rising health risks pose serious public health challenges.

A groundbreaking new study using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning has revealed the most crucial factors that keep people committed to their exercise routines: how much time they spend sitting, their gender, and their education level. Published in the prestigious journal Scientific Reports, this research analyzed health data from nearly 12,000 individuals, offering fresh insights into what helps people meet physical activity guidelines—a finding with important implications for Thailand, where sedentary lifestyles are increasingly common.

A new study using artificial intelligence and machine learning identifies the three strongest predictors of sticking with an exercise routine: sedentary time, gender, and education level. Published in Scientific Reports, the research analyzed health data from nearly 12,000 individuals to understand who meets physical activity guidelines. The findings carry meaningful implications for Thailand, where sedentary lifestyles are rising amid urban life.

Regular exercise is essential for preventing chronic diseases. In Thailand, long hours at desks and routine traffic congestion increase the risk of inactivity-related illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease. Thai health authorities recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity each week. Yet many Thai people struggle to reach these targets, underscoring the need for effective, culturally informed strategies.