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.

Do you skip the shower after exercise? Here’s how it affects your skin

Many people rush off after a run or a session at the gym, where showering may have to wait. But that can have consequences for the skin.

Ditch the car: Active commuting can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis

A small change in your daily routine can have an impact on your health.

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.