Exercise & Fitness

A Personal Trainer for Olympians Shares His Favorite Stretches

A Personal Trainer for Olympians Shares His Favorite Stretches

Joel Harper | March 26, 2014

They can help your nagging back, hip or knee pain… You may not be surprised if you feel a little…

Exercises That Get Rid of Back Pain in Just 7 Minutes a Day
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Exercises That Get Rid of Back Pain in Just 7 Minutes a Day

Gerard Girasole, MD | March 20, 2014

A surgeon tells how stretching may help you avoid surgery Of the more than 30 million Americans who suffer from…

No More Taboo Against Evening Exercise
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No More Taboo Against Evening Exercise

Max Hirshkowitz, PhD | March 17, 2014

For decades, sleep experts have cautioned against working out late in the day, warning that revving up our systems too…

A Standing Desk: The Smart Way to Stop Sitting So Much
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A Standing Desk: The Smart Way to Stop Sitting So Much

Timothy Church, MD, PhD, MPH | February 11, 2014

Add years to your life just by changing your desk. You probably know that it's bad for your health to…

Do You Walk Wrong? 7 Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Walking Workout

Do You Walk Wrong? 7 Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Walking Workout

Robert Sweetgall | January 20, 2014

We all know that walking is very good for us. Studies have shown that walking promotes heart health, strengthens bones, spurs…

Sarcopenia Is Slowly Stealing Your Muscles, Your Strength—and Maybe Even Your Life

Sarcopenia Is Slowly Stealing Your Muscles, Your Strength—and Maybe Even Your Life

Michael J. Grossman, MD | January 2, 2014

You probably know all about osteoporosis, the gradual, age-related loss of bone. What you may not know: There also is…

Yoga: Relaxing Treatment for Menopausal Symptoms

Yoga: Relaxing Treatment for Menopausal Symptoms

Helena Hachul, MD, PhD | December 20, 2013

You probably know that yoga has been scientifically proven to ease many types of health problems, including muscle soreness. A…

Core-Strengthening Moves You’ve Never Tried
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Core-Strengthening Moves You’ve Never Tried

Brad Schoenfeld, PhD | December 12, 2013

Aren’t you tired of doing the same old crunches in an attempt to get a flatter stomach and stronger core?…

Get a Great Workout Absolutely Anywhere

Get a Great Workout Absolutely Anywhere

December 12, 2013

Anything and everything seems to sabotage intentions to exercise regularly. We understand! Good news: You really can fit an energizing…

Fast, Fun Core Workout With Kettlebells

Fast, Fun Core Workout With Kettlebells

Gina Lombardi, RDH, NSCA-CPT | December 11, 2013

Have you ever tried working out with kettlebell weights? They’re cute, brightly colored, oddly shaped hand weights that can give…

At-Work Workout

At-Work Workout

Marla Altberg | December 10, 2013

Maybe you’ve put on a little flab over the winter…who hasn’t? So here’s a way to fix that in no…

One-Minute Workouts? Yes—Because Every Brisk Minute Counts
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One-Minute Workouts? Yes—Because Every Brisk Minute Counts

Jessie X. Fan, PhD | December 4, 2013

This is great news—really great news—for everyone. Remember when we all first started talking about "aerobic" exercise (this goes back…

Body-Balancing Workout for Pain-Free Joints
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Body-Balancing Workout for Pain-Free Joints

Phil Page, PhD, PT | November 18, 2013

When it comes to our muscles, stronger is better, right? Not necessarily. When one muscle is too strong compared to…

Watermelon Prevents Sore Muscles
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Watermelon Prevents Sore Muscles

Encarna Aguayo, PhD | November 5, 2013

Don’t you love how great it feels to take a hike, hit the gym, do some yard work or otherwise…

Much Better Than a Pedometer!

Much Better Than a Pedometer!

Robin Raskin | October 31, 2013

Forget pedometers. Today's wearable monitors are more accurate…record more information…and are much more fun to use. The latest gadgets measure…