We know that spending lots of time sitting down isn't good for us, but just how much exercise is needed to counteract the negative health effects of sitting down all day? Research suggests about 30-40 ...

Exercise is an important component of a healthy lifestyle. The current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services indicates adults need 150 ...

Sitting might be a comfortable and convenient way to spend much of your day, but a new study of older adults suggests it can lead to brain shrinkage and cognitive issues, irrespective of how much ...

People can offset hours spent sitting around with minutes of active exercise each week, a new study claims. Folks who are sedentary for eight or more hours daily can lower their overall risk of death ...

Just eight intense minutes per session, twice a week, can dramatically improve your cardiovascular fitness and VO₂ max—if you ...

Thirty minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise in the morning improves the cognitive functions associated with better decision-making for the rest of the day, according to a new study by ...

A new study suggests that more intense physical activity can deliver the same health benefits as moderate-intensity ...

You collapse onto the bench between every set, thinking you’re giving your muscles the rest they need to perform well on the next round. But sitting during rest periods might be sabotaging your ...

Exercise is important for overall health and well-being, especially as you age. Chair exercises may be a good option for people with mobility issues or who want an exercise routine they can do at home ...

Winter's chill tends to strengthen muscle, which can impact your flexibility. Therefore, performing certain stretching ...