Exercise
Aerobic exercise may outperform every other treatment for chronic knee pain
A large new BMJ review ranked simple aerobic activity above every other exercise type tested.
Strength Training
Resistance bands vs. free weights: which actually builds more muscle?
A new trial in older adults finds elastic bands hold their own against dumbbells.
Exercise
20 minutes a day could make a difference to bowel cancer risk
New British research suggests that everyday exercise may have an impact on the risk of bowel cancer.
Exercise
How fast should you walk? The speed by age that predicts your health
Your everyday walking pace is one of the simplest health signals you can measure at home.
Strength Training
How much should you be able to lift? Squat, bench and deadlift by age
A study of 809,986 powerlifting entries shows what strong looks like at every age.
Exercise
Aerobic exercise may outperform every other treatment for chronic knee pain
A large new BMJ review ranked simple aerobic activity above every other exercise type tested.
Strength Training
Resistance bands vs. free weights: which actually builds more muscle?
A new trial in older adults finds elastic bands hold their own against dumbbells.
Exercise
20 minutes a day could make a difference to bowel cancer risk
New British research suggests that everyday exercise may have an impact on the risk of bowel cancer.
Exercise
How fast should you walk? The speed by age that predicts your health
Your everyday walking pace is one of the simplest health signals you can measure at home.
New study: You can build strength without intense workouts
Shorter and less demanding workouts may have a greater effect than many people think.
City or countryside? Study reveals differences in exercise habits
A study takes a closer look at how we exercise in our daily lives across rural and urban areas.
New research: The pace determines how healthy your exercise is
New research shows that it is not enough simply to stay active in everyday life. What matters is how you move.
Mark Wahlberg works out at 4 a.m. – here is his routine
Mark Wahlberg showcases his demanding workout routine in a new video series – could you complete it?
How long you should be able to hold a plank based on your age
The plank is a popular exercise that trains multiple core muscles at once. But how long should you actually be able to hold the...
How simple daily movement can improve life after 55
Small changes in everyday life can have a significant impact with age. Experts point to simple habits that can strengthen both the body and quality of life.