Exercise

Want bigger arms? New research points to a simple approach

A new study looked at whether beginners need more exercises or extra training sets to gain muscle. The findings point to a surprisingly simple approach.

Why most people struggle to stick with exercise

New research suggests that lasting fitness habits depend less on willpower and more on how exercise makes you feel in the moment.

What your body goes through during a marathon

A marathon places enormous demands on the body, affecting everything from the heart and lungs to the muscles...

This method helps you burn more calories on your walk

A new method is making ordinary walks more effective. The goal is to burn more calories without going to the gym.

Two strength indicators could predict early death risk, study finds

A new study suggests that two simple strength tests may be linked to a longer life expectancy in older women.

Want bigger arms? New research points to a simple approach

A new study looked at whether beginners need more exercises or extra training sets to gain muscle. The findings point to a surprisingly simple approach.

Why most people struggle to stick with exercise

New research suggests that lasting fitness habits depend less on willpower and more on how exercise makes you feel in the moment.

What your body goes through during a marathon

A marathon places enormous demands on the body, affecting everything from the heart and lungs to the muscles...

This method helps you burn more calories on your walk

A new method is making ordinary walks more effective. The goal is to burn more calories without going to the gym.

Researchers point to the best exercise for high blood pressure

New research suggests that cardio and HIIT may be among the most effective workouts for lowering high blood pressure.

New study links muscle strength to longer life

A major new study suggests muscle strength may reveal far more about your future health and lifespan than most people realize.

8,500 steps a day may help you keep the weight off

A new study suggests that one simple daily habit could make it easier to maintain weight loss after dieting.

How much should beginners walk? Experts share their advice

You do not need long walks every day to improve your health.

Timing of exercise may affect blood sugar levels

A simple change in your daily routine could make a real difference in how your body handles blood sugar.

Walking after surgery may improve patients’ recovery

New research shows that patients who walk more after surgery often experience fewer complications and are able to leave the hospital sooner.