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4 Fun Fitness Trends for 2024

New workout trends that can help shake up your routine this year

It’s (Exercise) Snack Time!

It's (Exercise) Snack Time!

Quick bursts of physical activity throughout the day can be just as good for your health as longer workouts

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50-Year-Old Muscles Just Can’t Grow Big Like They Used to – the Biology of How Muscles Change With Age

Older people still get valuable health benefits from exercise, including improved strength, physical function and reduced disability

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How Women of All Ages Can Prevent Osteoporosis

Tips for keeping your bones healthy and strong

When Working Out Makes You Sick to Your Stomach: What to Know About Exercise-Induced Nausea

When Working Out Makes You Sick to Your Stomach: What to Know About Exercise-Induced Nausea

Exercise-induced nausea is quite common, so why does this happen and how can you prevent it?

Group Exercise May Be Even Better For You Than Solo Workouts – Here’s Why

Group Exercise May Be Even Better For You Than Solo Workouts – Here’s Why

If you've been considering joining an online group class – or been encouraged to by others – here are some research-based reasons why that might be a great idea

I’m Hiking the Appalachian Trail From Home. Here’s How You Can, Too.

I’m Hiking the Appalachian Trail From Home. Here’s How You Can, Too.

My phone is helping me complete the 2,190 mile virtual hike, starting from my own front door.

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Big Resolutions, Small Changes: What Science Tells Us About Changing our Behavior

2020 brings the opportunity for fresh starts and resolutions, but every resolution brings the question: How will we keep the promises we make to ourselves?

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The Benefits of High-Intensity Workouts

All exercise has its benefits, but there is one form that may give you a boost in the bedroom—strength and high-intensity workouts.

This Exercise May Slow Aging

This Exercise May Slow Aging

Running, swimming, cycling and other types of endurance exercise can slow cellular aging, but strength training may not.

6 Common Gym Mistakes to Avoid

6 Common Gym Mistakes to Avoid

Avoiding some common mistakes will ensure maximum results for the time spent working out.

Working Out When Under the Weather

Working Out When Under the Weather

Follow this general exercise guideline when not feeling well.

Your Fitness Journey Starts With a Walk

Your Fitness Journey Starts With a Walk

Despite everything we know about the benefits of exercise, only half of U.S. adults and only about a quarter of high school students get the amount recommended in national guidelines.

Working Workouts Into Your Life

Working Workouts Into Your Life

Easy guidelines to help you meet your weekly exercise goals.

Exercising on an Empty Stomach: Good Idea or Not?

Exercising on an Empty Stomach: Good Idea or Not?

According to a small study, exercise burns more body fat when you do it on an empty stomach.

Exercise Mistakes You Don't Need to Make

Exercise Mistakes You Don't Need to Make

Exercise is important at every age. Once you reach middle age, the benefits of exercise are crucial to good health. Try these tips to help you avoid common exercise mistakes.

Boot Camp Workouts: How to Pick the Right One for You

Boot Camp Workouts: How to Pick the Right One for You

Exercise boot camps get you in shape through one or more days of intensive training. Use these tips to find one right for you.

Take Your Swim Workouts to the Next Level

Take Your Swim Workouts to the Next Level

Swimming is a great way to stay in shape while having fun and without stressing your joints.

Best Fitness Apps for Women

Best Fitness Apps for Women

Looking for some extra motivation? These fitness apps will put a little pep in your step.

Find Motivation to Reach Your Fitness Goals

Find Motivation to Reach Your Fitness Goals

Being motivated from within by enjoying fitness and valuing it will help you reach your fitness goals.

7 Signs You'd Benefit From a Fitness Assessment

7 Signs You'd Benefit From a Fitness Assessment

You might be excited to begin an exercise program for better health, but for some people, getting a fitness assessment first is the right way to get started.

Getting Fit as a Family

Getting Fit as a Family

Getting the entire family involved in fitness is a great way to enjoy quality time and instill a love for exercise in kids at an early age.

How to Find the Best Gym

Find the Gym That Fits Your Needs

In choosing a gym to fit your needs, look at the staffing and types of equipment and classes and consider practical matters like convenience.