By Study Finds Sticking to eight simple, heart-healthy habits can help people reach a ripe old age, new research reveals. Dubbed “Life’s Essential 8” (LE8), a team working with the American Heart Association says they hold the key to a modern-day “fountain of youth.” The…
By Jack McNamara, University of East London Whether it’s riding a bike, playing the piano or hitting a hole in one, there are just some things you never forget how to do. And the reason for this phenomenon is thanks to something called “muscle memory”….
By Izzy Moore, Cardiff Metropolitan University and Gráinne Donnelly, Canterbury Christ Church University Returning to exercise after having a baby has many health benefits, including reducing symptoms of postpartum depression and improving fitness. But many women aren’t sure how to return to exercise safely after…
By John Anderer What’s better for your health? Movement or medication? New findings out of Australia show that staying in motion can do a world of good for mental health. Notably, study authors from the University of South Australia add that exercise appears to be…
By Study Finds Morning gym-goers reap more rewards and burn more calories, a new study explains. Through an experiment involving mice, researchers in Sweden say the animals have a higher metabolism if they exercise earlier in the day. Moreover, scientists add this is also the…
By Shyla Cadogan Currently, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends 150 minutes of moderate to intense exercise weekly to maintain good health. If you’re breaking that down, it’s about 22 minutes a day! Now, a new study by Penn State College of…
By Kajal Gokal, Loughborough University and Amanda Daley, Loughborough University You might know that physical activity can help lower your risk of getting many common types of cancer. But what many of us don’t realise is just how important physical activity is if you’ve been…
By Study Finds Just six minutes of strenuous exercise each day could stave off Alzheimer’s, according to new research. Researchers in New Zealand say short bursts of activity that work up a big sweat boost a protein essential for brain formation, learning, and memory. The…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Feeling sore and beat up after a rigorous workout can make the next day or two more difficult to get through. Scientists recommend eating more almonds for gym rats who work out regularly. New research reveals that “weekend warriors,” or people who…
By Joe Vitiello Often when people hear the word protein, they think of muscle – as in muscle heads at the gym. And while protein is indeed needed to build muscle, it’s not only the gym rats who need it – we all need it….
By Chris Melore Although 10,000 steps a day is popular goal for many people looking to stay healthy, a new study finds older adults can keep their hearts healthy with half the work! Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst say it just takes 6,000…
By Study Finds Need exercise motivation? It turns out keeping fit really is a gut instinct, according to a new study. Researchers found that certain microbes in the gut can boost the motivation to work out. The team in Pennsylvania explained that some species of…
By John Anderer It’s no secret that exercise is good for the body, but new findings from a team at Edith Cowan University suggest breaking a sweat regularly is like medicine for cancer patients — and every dose counts. Researchers report that just a single…
By Mark Hamer, UCL; Emmanuel Stamatakis, University of Sydney, and Matthew Ahmadi, University of Sydney Most of us know that regular exercise is important for our health and longevity. But with our busy schedules, many of us struggle to find the time to fit in…
By John Anderer Sleep is essential to robust health, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy to come by — especially lately. The pandemic left countless people tossing and turning all night long, with insomnia rates skyrocketing over the past few years. There are endless…
By John Anderer The benefits of habitual movement are well documented. Finding a few minutes to break a sweat can lead to a healthier body and mind. Now, researchers from Tel-Aviv University report aerobic exercise can also impede cancer from spreading throughout the body. The…
By Shyla Cadogan It’s no secret that exercise can protect the heart, but it turns out timing your workouts may matter even more. According to researchers from the European Society of Cardiology, morning physical activity appears to provide the biggest boost, producing the lowest risk…
By John Anderer Looking to bulk up but short on time? Researchers from Edith Cowan University say you may be able to cut your weightlifting routine in half and still see the same muscle-building results. Surprisingly, this new approach is all about lowering weights instead…
By Chris Melore When did you start noticing those gray hairs, wrinkles, and unexplained aches? Research shows the average American begins to notice the signs of aging at the age of 42, but 15 percent noticed themselves getting older before age 35. That’s according to…
By Study Finds Night owls who like to go for a brisk walk, bike ride, or jog later in the day are less prone to diabetes, according to new research. Scientists in the Netherlands say engaging in regular exercise late in the day improves blood…
