Being healthy and losing weight are not only about crash diets, clothing sizes and numbers on the scale, experts say.
Being healthy and losing weight are not only about crash diets, clothing sizes and numbers on the scale, experts say.
Jogging regularly could add about six years to your life, a new Danish study suggests.
Jogging regularly could add about six years to your life, a new Danish study suggests.
Moderate weight loss reduces levels of inflammation that have been tied to certain cancers, at least in postmenopausal women, a new study suggests.
Moderate weight loss reduces levels of inflammation that have been tied to certain cancers, at least in postmenopausal women, a new study suggests.
Tick season has started earlier than normal due to the mild winter.
Tick season has started earlier than normal due to the mild winter, which means hikers, gardeners and others who love the outdoors should take precautions to prevent becoming a meal for ticks, an expert says.
Three months into 2012, chances are good that those grand plans for self-improvement hatched at the start of the new year have become more of a dead weight.
Three months into 2012, chances are good that those grand plans for self-improvement hatched at the start of the new year have become more of a dead weight.
The anti-inflammatory and painkiller ibuprofen seems to reduce the risk of altitude sickness, according to a new study.
Youth baseball season will soon begin, and parents and coaches need to know how to prevent player injuries, a medical expert says.
Losing an hour of sleep isn't easy for anyone, but there are ways to make springing ahead during daylight saving time easier, an expert says.
Lifting weights and other forms of strength training can offer a host of health rewards for people 65 and older, experts say.
Exercise is a great way to manage the aches and pains of pregnancy, and help prepare your body for the birth of your child.
When you set goals for your exercise program, they can help you stay on track. But it's important to set goals that are realistic.
When it comes to stroke prevention, a healthy lifestyle is your best bet.
Exercising in young adulthood boosts bone density, new research suggests.
Taking a cold-water or ice bath may reduce exercise-related muscle soreness but it's not clear whether it can cause harmful side effects, a new evidence review indicates.
Although exercise should help improve your health, a medical checkup before you start an exercise program can help ensure a safe beginning.
Ice skating is a winter ritual for many children in colder climates, but unless precautions are taken it can be fraught with the possibility of injury.
A stress fracture is a common injury of the lower leg and foot, involving overused muscles that become fatigued and are no longer able to protect nearby bones from stress and shock.
Exercise can improve the health, energy and well-being of cancer patients after they've completed their main cancer treatment, a new review finds.
Vigorous exercise causes changes in some 180 prostate genes among men with early stage prostate cancer, a new study suggests.
Want to keep your bones strong and healthy? Make sure you get plenty of exercise to help ward off problems such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and pain affecting the joints and lower back.
Talking on a cellphone or texting while walking slows you down and makes it difficult to walk in a straight line, researchers report.
Maintaining strong and healthy muscles is particularly important for seniors, who tend to lose muscle as they age.
Adhering to an exercise routine can be a challenge, but creating a schedule can help you stay on track.
If you exercise outdoors in cold weather, you need to take certain steps to stay safe, an expert advises.
Spinal manipulation and home exercise are more effective at relieving neck pain in the long term than medications, according to new research.
With all those parties, tempting foods and travel, it can be a challenge to stick with your fitness program during the holidays.
There's no surefire way to stay young, but plenty of regular exercise may be the closest way.
Lack of time is a common reason cited for not exercising, but new research suggests that several short intensive workouts a week may help lower blood sugar levels similarly to longer, more regular exercise regimens.
Most everyone knows the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol. With the holidays approaching, an expert warns that walking under the influence of alcohol can also have deadly consequences.
Some endurance athletes may suffer damage to the heart's right ventricle, research shows, but the findings do not suggest that this type of exercise is unhealthy, researchers say.
Frequent "heading" of soccer balls by avid amateur players may cause brain damage leading to subtle but serious declines in thinking and coordination skills, a new study suggests.
A pedometer measures the amount of steps you take while walking or running. The size of a small portable phone, it attaches to a belt or waistband.
Fibromyalgia patients who stopped taking medication and then exercised regularly for six weeks reported improved memory function and less pain, according to a small, new study.
"Leatherhead" football helmets from the early 1900s can be as protective as modern helmets, a new study reports, but no one is suggesting a return to the vintage headgear.
Good news for high-mileage runners: They may be able to help themselves to an extra serving at holiday meals because variations in diet are less likely to affect them, researcher say.
A new fitness campaign for older Americans has been introduced by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Go4Life program is meant to encourage people 50 and older to become and stay active to improve their health.
For optimal health and weight management, be sure to make physical activity a part of your daily routine.
If your knees are sore, it may seem better to skip exercise than to make a trip to the gym.
Stress fractures are common overuse injuries, and may take lots of time to fully heal.
Men who get moderate amounts of exercise have better sperm motility than men who are less or more physically active, a new study finds.
Exercise can prevent migraines just as well as drugs or relaxation techniques, a new study from Sweden suggests.
Exercise may help workers feel less stressed, but it could also make them work less, a new study suggests.
There's nothing wrong with practicing healthy behaviors in moderation, and exercise is no exception. But you can overdo it.
Three hours of vigorous exercise a week can reduce a man's heart attack risk by 22 percent, a new study suggests.
Football season can be fun for people who love the game, but some fans may become so fixated on the sport it threatens their relationships and quality of life, an expert warns.
Sports are fun and a great way to exercise, but you can get hurt if you don't take precautions.
Exercise is beneficial at any age, and seniors can certainly enjoy its many benefits. But before getting started, you should learn how to exercise safely.
Overuse injuries may occur when you ramp up your exercise routine too quickly or too vigorously.
Aerobic exercise is better than resistance training if you want to lose the belly fat that poses a serious threat to your health, researchers say.
Regular aerobic exercise -- including walking, running and swimming -- is key to better cardiovascular and lung health.
Most any exercise is beneficial, but a well-rounded exercise program offers the greatest benefits to overall health and fitness.
Wearing properly-fitted athletic shoes can keep your feet comfy during a workout and help reduce the risk of injury.
Before your kids lace up their in-line skates, make sure they're prepared.
Regular workouts not only do a body good, they may improve the mind as well, a new review of the data on the subject finds.
With temperatures soaring across much of the United States, people should use caution when engaging in aerobic activity outdoors or in facilities without air conditioning, the American Council on Exercise warns.
Though swimming is a low-impact aerobic exercise, it's important to protect yourself from injury.
Older adults who keep active may be helping to reduce their odds of losing their mental abilities, two new studies suggest.
Cross training involves many different types of exercises, making your fitness routine more fun and beneficial.
Drinking and water sports are highlights of summer fun for many Americans, but mixing the two can be hazardous, the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism warns.
Older adults have to exercise more than younger adults in order to maintain muscle size, according to a new study.
Staying hydrated is critical if you're physically active in hot weather.
Many dieters feel jubilant when they reach their weight goal, only to find that the pounds somehow return after that.
Lace-up ankle braces may help prevent ankle sprains and fractures in high school basketball players, a new study finds.
Individual concussion baselines need to be created for young athletes at the start of a playing season for them to be accurately diagnosed and treated if they suffer a concussion during the season, researchers report.
Women who sit for long periods of time on a regular basis have a two- to threefold increased risk of developing a potentially deadly blood clot in their lungs, a new study finds.
Massage therapy may be better than medication or exercise for easing low back pain in the short term, a new government-funded study suggests.
Even though practice is key for young athletes, getting more sleep also helps college basketball players improve their play, researchers say.
Slow, gentle stretching before you begin more intense exercise is essential to warming up and preventing injury. It gives your body time to adjust before more intense activity.
A batter's best chance of hitting it out of the park may depend on the time of the game, and whether or not that batter is a morning person or a night owl.
Runner's knee is an umbrella term for any condition that causes pain in the front of the knee. It's common among skiers, bicyclists, soccer players and others whose knees are under frequent strain.
Some athletes focus too much on being thin, pushing exercise and dieting to the extreme.
Prostate cancer patients who take brisk walks on a regular basis fare better than those who don't, a new study suggests.
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