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.
Even brief exercise can strengthen memory, new research shows
Even a small amount of exercise may be enough to strengthen memory, new research shows.
A simple test can measure your physical strength in 30 seconds
A quick 30-second chair test could reveal more about your strength and mobility than you might expect.
The benefits of deadlifts – and how to get the technique right
Deadlifts are a fundamental exercise in gyms, but their effectiveness largely depends on proper technique.
A few minutes a day can help strengthen your balance
Balance in the body often worsens with age, but just a few minutes of daily exercise can help keep it strong.
These daily habits can help stabilize your blood sugar
Small daily habits can make a big difference for people with diabetes.By taking one small step at a time, it is possible to gradually...
Experts: Yoga may be one of the most beneficial forms of exercise for older adults
Several experts point to a particular type of exercise for people over 60 that may offer multiple health benefits.