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.
How far should you be able to run without stopping? Distance by age
A simple track workout gives you a solid estimate of your cardiorespiratory fitness.
How many pull-ups should you be able to do? The number by age and sex
Grab a bar, count your reps, and see where you land against your age group.
Researchers highlight an easy way to improve stability
Researchers say improving your balance could be one of the smartest ways to stay independent as you age.
After losing weight on GLP-1 drugs, only exercise actually protected the heart
A Copenhagen trial found artery walls thinned in exercisers, but not on liraglutide alone.
How long should you be able to hold a plank? Time standards by age
Set a timer, drop into a forearm plank, and see where your core lands.
How to protect your back with simple daily habits
Many people experience back pain in their daily lives, but according to a physiotherapist, small changes in both habits and mindset can help improve...