Why a Runner’s Brain Is ‘More Connected’ Than Others
A runner’s brain has a leg up over the minds of those who don’t regularly run, a new study suggests.
Health Apps Don’t Recognize Real Danger: Study
If you’re using apps to manage your health – listen up. Many won’t warn you of a medical emergency, a recent study reveals.
Hold, Breathe, Release: Yoga Can Improve Blood Pressure
Practicing yoga for an hour a day can help improve a person’s blood pressure and reduce the risk of serious health complications, according to a new study.
Holiday Trend: Fitness Tracker Sales on the Rise
The wearables market increased by 3.1 percent in the past quarter, with 85 percent of those sales from fitness trackers.
Can Yoga Classes Help People Fight Depression?
Yoga was found to help those with severe depression who didn’t fully respond to antidepressant treatments, according to a study.
The Best Exercises to Help Fight Heart Disease
Swimming, racquet sports and aerobics might be the best exercise to help stave off heart disease or stroke, according to a new study
Exercise Can Help People Fight Depression: Study
A trip to the gym could be the best medicine for depression, according to a new study.
Do You Know Your Fitness Age? Here’s How to Find It
Traditional fitness testing can be a costly and time-consuming process, but a new method that could save you a lot of money is now just a few clicks away.
Exercise During Pregnancy Reduces Health Risks in Children
Research shows that one of the health benefits of exercising while pregnant is that it protects your children into their adulthood lives.
Exercise Can Boost Testosterone in Overweight Men
Vigorous exercise can boost testosterone levels in overweight and obese men, lowering the chances of related health disorders.
Can Exercise Help to Prevent Alzheimer’s?
A new study will try to determine whether regular aerobic exercise can help preserve brain function.
Brain Volume Could Predict Weight Loss Success
For those seeking to lose weight, a quick brain scan may predict how successful you’ll be, says a new study from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Don’t Like to Exercise? It Could Be in Your Genes
If you’re not a big fan of working out, mom and dad could be to blame. A study says your genes could play a huge role in your interest in exercise.
Exercise May Combat Work-Related Stress
New research shows exercise may help combat the harmful impact stress has on someone’s health, specifically when it comes to stress brought on from work.
Americans Believe Leading Cause of Obesity is Laziness
A survey reveals many Americans think laziness is to blame for weight problems, a belief that could be sabotaging their efforts.
Why Too Much Water Can Actually Be Deadly
Water has been touted as the number one beverage for dehydration. But for some long endurance athletes it could potentially be fatal.
Treadmill Stress Test Could Give Women Misleading Results
You might want to opt out of the treadmill portion of your next stress test if you’re a woman – the results might not be accurate.
Getting Fit? Why You Need Competition to Stay Motivated
Whether your fitness goals are to lose weight or to build muscle, competition could be the key ingredient to your success, a new study shows.
Should Doctors Tell You You’re Overweight?
A 30-second discussion about a patient’s weight can lead to improved health outcomes, including a trimmed waistline.
The Science Behind Why Music Enhances Exercise
A new study found that participants were more positive about their workouts if they listened to music during exercise.
Smartphones Alone Don’t Help Teens Lose Weight, Study Finds
While many teens use their smartphones almost constantly, the omnipresent gadgets are not an effective tool to help them lose weight.
How a Big Belly Can Shrink Your Brain
Overweight individuals had brains similar to those with a healthy weight who were ten years older, a new study found.
The Heart Benefits of Casual Exercise
Research shows that even low physical fitness, up to 20 percent below the average for healthy people, is beneficial.
Fitness Trackers May Be Giving You False Heart Rate Data
If you like to track your heart rate during exercise, you should think twice about the accuracy of your reading if you wear a popular “wrist-worn” device.
Exercising While Angry Could Triple Your Heart Attack Risk
Many people turn to exercise to blow off some steam, but working up a sweat while angry could greatly increase a person’s risk of a heart attack.
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