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.
Try this relaxing exercise before bed for a more restful night
If your mind keeps racing when you hit the pillow, a few minutes of slow, mindful movement can help your body relax and prepare for rest.
Evidence-based ways to improve your health in 2026
Researchers share simple, science-backed tips to help you step into the new year with more energy, better sleep, and a healthier mindset.
Walking may help delay Alzheimer’s by up to seven years
A long-term study suggests that walking just 3,000 to 7,000 steps a day may delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease by up to seven years.
How holiday inactivity can affect your body
The cozy part of the holidays often involves long dinners, sweet treats, and lazy days on the couch.And while that’s part of the...
Dietitians: How to maintain healthy habits during the holidays
Christmas is associated with coziness and traditions, but also with large meals. This leads many people to consider how the holiday affects their health.
Doctor explains why strength training is especially important for women
Many women experience physical changes in midlife. Research suggests that one type of intervention may be more significant than others.