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.

New research: Ketogenic diet may improve fitness

Researchers are continuously examining how different diets can influence the body’s ability to benefit from exercise.

No need to lace up for a run – these alternatives are just as effective

Cardio is exercise that raises the heart rate and strengthens the cardiovascular system. Although running is a popular form of exercise, there are many...

In these situations, it may be relevant to increase your protein intake

There is a wide range of advice about protein and exercise, and it can be difficult to make sense of the recommendations.Here is a...

New study: Exercise has a significant positive effect for breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy

New research suggests that exercise can strengthen both body and mind during chemotherapy.

Red blood cells are vital – researchers have now identified changes in them among extreme endurance athletes

Extreme endurance training is often seen as a sign of strong physical fitness. However, new research indicates that very long-distance runs may have negative effects on the body.

The average muscle mass for your age group

Muscle mass plays a central role in strength, mobility, and overall health.But how much should you actually have, and how do you find out?...