Exercise & Fitness

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Why You Should Add Rest to Your Workout Routine

Most fitness advice urges people to squeeze in more workouts. That’s reason...

Most fitness advice urges people to squeeze in more workouts. That’s reasonable, considering government data show that only about a quarter of American adults meet the current guidelines for adequate physical activity: 150 minutes of...

Running Can Help You Live Longer. But More Doesn't Always Mean Better

One major reason Americans don't get enough exercise is they feel they don'...

One major reason Americans don't get enough exercise is they feel they don't have enough time. It can be difficult to squeeze in the 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise per week that federal guidelines...

How Exercise Lowers the Risk of Alzheimer’s by Changing Your Brain

Researchers analyzed brain changes linked to exercise to better understand ...

Researchers analyzed brain changes linked to exercise to better understand how physical activity can slow the cognitive decline of Alzheimer’s

Why Drinking Water All Day Long Is Not the Best Way to Stay Hydrated

Dehydration is a drag on human performance. It can cause fatigue and sap en...

Dehydration is a drag on human performance. It can cause fatigue and sap endurance among athletes, according to a 2018 study in the journal Frontiers in Physiology. Even mild dehydration can interfere with a person’s...

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The Best Sports and Exercises to Avoid Injury

The human body is made to move, and physical activity is a requirement for ...

The human body is made to move, and physical activity is a requirement for lifelong health. But exercise-related injuries are a significant concern few people think about until it’s too late. Even a mild sprain...