Working out can boost mental health. To reap the most benefits, it should be structured, supervised and contain a social ...

After years of helping clients build strength, recover from injuries, and reclaim active lifestyles, I can tell you with confidence that walking is the single most effective exercise for sustainable ...

A long-running study following thousands of older adults suggests that a relatively brief period of targeted brain training ...

Get stronger without straining your knees, hips, or shoulders.

The purpose of this Position Stand is to provide an overview of issues critical to understanding the importance of exercise and physical activity in older adult populations. The Position Stand is ...

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing ...

You likely felt inspired when you made that New Year’s resolution to get fit, but by mid-February your will may have waned. Here are tips to keep motivation on track.

Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease that causes pain, stiffness and swelling, and reduces your range of motion. It often affects the knees, hips and hands, although it can also occur ...

Your body may offset exercise by trimming energy use in other areas, limiting how many extra calories you burn.

Researchers behind the findings have questioned the "universal promotion" of exercise for individuals living with the condition. However, these conclusions have been met with scepticism from other ...

Objective To compare hyperthermia and physiological dehydration risk during exercise heat stress between children of different ages and adults and evaluate an existing adult sweat rate calculator in ...

Depression and anxiety affect millions of people worldwide. While treatments such as medication and psychotherapy (sometimes called talk therapy) can be very effective, they’re not always an option.