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Exercise & Fitness
Best At-Home Workouts: What Fitness Experts Said
By Melissa Locker
Why You Should Add Rest to Your Workout Routine
By Jamie Ducharme
Running Can Help You Live Longer. But More Doesn't Always Mean Better
By Mandy Oaklander
Why Drinking Water All Day Long Is Not the Best Way to Stay Hydrated
By Markham Heid
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Exercise & Fitness
The Best Sports and Exercises to Avoid Injury
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...
By Markham Heid
August 7, 2019
More U.S. Teenagers Are Trying to Lose Weight Than in Years Past. That May Be Reason for Concern
According to one expert
By Jamie Ducharme
July 17, 2019
Sitting Is Bad for Your Health, But Not All Types of Sitting Were Created Equal
Here's what to do about it
By Jamie Ducharme
June 26, 2019
Can Americans Hack Their Way Out of an Aversion to Exercise?
Communities play an important role
By Jamie Ducharme
June 14, 2019
You May Not Need the 10,000 Steps a Day Your Fitness Tracker is Telling You to Take
Some people may need fewer
By Jamie Ducharme
May 30, 2019
Is Our Obsession With Health Data Making Us Crazy?
There may be such a thing as too much data
By Jamie Ducharme
May 30, 2019
The 3 Most Effective Exercise Moves That Don’t Require Equipment
No machines or dumbbells required
By Markham Heid
May 8, 2019
Many Marijuana Users Turn to the Drug for a Surprising Reason: Workout Fuel
A new survey is challenging stoner stereotypes
By Jamie Ducharme
May 7, 2019
Just 10 Minutes of Exercise a Week May Be Enough to Extend Your Life, Study Says
But more is better
By Jamie Ducharme
March 20, 2019
Every Little Move You Make Can Help Your Health, Study Says
Even checking the mail counts
By Jamie Ducharme
March 15, 2019
Better Late Than Never: Exercising Helps You Live Longer No Matter When You Start, Study Says
Even if you’ve slacked off in the past
By Alice Park
March 8, 2019
This Is the Best Time of Day to Work Out, According to Science
Time your workouts to get the best results
By Jamie Ducharme
February 27, 2019
You Asked: What’s the Most Effective Machine to Use at the Gym?
You don’t need much time to get a total-body workout
By Markham Heid
February 13, 2019
Exercising Might Help You Make Healthier Food Choices, Study Says
Here's how
By Jamie Ducharme
February 6, 2019
Can Exercise Prevent Depression? Here's What the Science Says
Even a little bit goes a long way
By Jamie Ducharme
January 25, 2019
Want to Live Longer? For Just 30 Minutes a Day, Do Anything Else But Sit
"Exercise doesn't have to be done for hours at a time"
By Jamie Ducharme
January 15, 2019
Dance Like Your Doctor Is Watching: It's Great for Your Mind and Body
Here's why
By Jamie Ducharme
December 20, 2018
Diet and Exercise Might Reverse Aging in the Brain
According to a new study
By Alice Park
December 19, 2018
Exercise Is Great. But Even Light Activities Like Walking and Housework Can Improve Your Health
Every movement counts
By Jamie Ducharme
November 29, 2018
'Move More' Government Exercise Guidelines Say
Americans should sit less and move more, even if that activity comes in tiny chunks, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
By Jamie Ducharme
November 12, 2018
Getting Rid of Cellulite Is Tough. But Here's What Works Best
Certain types of exercise may help
By Markham Heid
October 24, 2018
The Case For Taking a Walk After You Eat
A post-meal stroll helps control blood sugar
By Markham Heid
September 26, 2018
Does Thinking Burn Calories? Here's What the Science Says
Your brain uses more energy than you think
By Markham Heid
September 19, 2018
Which Exercise Burns the Most Calories? Here's What Science Says
You might want to up the intensity of your workouts
By Markham Heid
September 12, 2018
A Quarter of the World's Adults Don't Get Enough Exercise, Study Says
It's a problem that needs to be 'urgently addressed'
By Jamie Ducharme
September 5, 2018
Do This Kind of Exercise If You Want to Live Longer, Study Says
It could add as many as 10 years to your life
By Jamie Ducharme
September 4, 2018
Only 23% of Americans Get Enough Exercise, a New Report Says
Rates varied widely by state and gender
By Jamie Ducharme
June 28, 2018
You Asked: What’s the Best Way to Treat Plantar Fasciitis?
Rest first—but there's more that you can do.
By Markham Heid
June 27, 2018
How to Seriously Tone Your Arms With Just a Bath Towel
This workout will leave you sore for days!
By Anna Kaiser
June 26, 2018
Why You Should Pick Up the Pace When You Walk
Fast walkers may be healthier than slowpokes
By Jamie Ducharme
June 1, 2018
You Need This Much Exercise to Keep Your Brain Healthy
The closest thing we have to an exercise prescription
By Alice Park
May 30, 2018
Good News: Sitting All Day Isn't as Bad for You if You're Fit
You may be able to offset some of sitting's unhealthy effects
By Alice Park
May 23, 2018
This Amount of Exercise Keeps Your Heart Young
Four to five times a week is the ideal amount
By Alexandra Sifferlin
May 21, 2018
Getting a Lot of Physical Activity at Work May Actually Be Bad For You
Having a very active job may lead to a higher risk of dying early, study says
By Alice Park
May 14, 2018
This Type of Exercise May Help Relieve Depression
Here's another reason to lift weights
By Jamie Ducharme
May 9, 2018
Going Hiking? This Is What You’ll Need to Protect Yourself Against Bears
What you need to know heading into hiking season
By Markham Heid
May 9, 2018
These Are the 6 Best Strength Exercises for Runners
Build your strength and you'll run faster.
By Ashley Mateo / Health.com
April 17, 2018
This Is the Best Way to Treat Sore Muscles After a Workout
It sounds a little ironic.
By Jamie Ducharme
April 16, 2018
Easy Ways to Actually Improve Your Posture
You’ve probably heard about “tech neck”—the head-drooped, shoulders-forward pose many of us strike while crouched at a computer or peering into our phones. The more time a person spends in this position, the more the...
By Markham Heid
April 4, 2018
The Scientific Reason Boot Camp Workouts Are So Good For You
Boot camp-style workouts have been around for decades. But now they come in many shapes and flavors—from bridal boot camps designed to tone people up for their nuptials to "prison-style workouts" taught by people who...
By Markham Heid
April 2, 2018
Why Tai Chi Works So Well For Pain Relief
A new study compares tai chi and aerobic exercise to reduce chronic pain linked to fibromyalgia
By Alice Park
March 22, 2018
Women Who Are in Shape Are 90% Less Likely to Develop Dementia
The latest study finds a strong link between fitness and brain health
By Alice Park
March 14, 2018
How Exercising Into Old Age Can Keep Your Immune System Young
Exercise, even in old age, is known to have a wide range of health benefits, from preventing disability to slowing memory decline. But a new study reveals that it can also protect the immune system....
By Alexandra Sifferlin
March 9, 2018
This Is the One Thing That Can Make Hard Workouts Feel Easier
If you feel like music gives your workout an extra boost, you’re not alone. Now, researchers at Texas Tech University say they’ve figured out just how much upbeat tunes can increase our tolerance for intense...
By Amanda MacMillan / Health.com
March 6, 2018
Gym Selfies on Social Media Might Be Ruining Your Self Esteem
But they could also be motivating
By Jamie Ducharme
February 23, 2018
Should I Exercise When I'm Sick?
Exercise could make your illness worse.
By Markham Heid
February 21, 2018
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