Exercise

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 and energy stores. Over the course of 26.2 miles, the body...

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.

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.

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 and energy stores. Over the course of 26.2 miles, the body...

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.

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.

Swimming strengthens body and mind after 60

Experts point to swimming as a form of exercise that may bring even greater benefits for both body and mind.

A 15-minute walk could be the key to a healthier heart

A new study suggests that walking for a longer stretch at once could do more for your heart than spreading short walks throughout the day.

Longer walks linked to major reduction in heart disease risk, study finds

A new study shows that just one or two steady 10–15 minute walks a day can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.

New report reveals toxins in popular protein powders

Popular protein powders appear to contain something few consumers expect.

Less than a minute exercise a day could cut your risk of early death by 38 percent

A new study reveals that under one minute of daily activity may significantly improve your health.

Running without stopping: What’s normal for your age?

Is your running distance normal? Here’s what experts say.