It is safe (and encouraged) to exercise daily for optimal health. However, to prevent injury and avoid progress plateaus, it's important to mix up your workouts and include plenty of low- or ...

This is a shame, because regular exercise is really beneficial. It can control high blood pressure, improve mental health and reduce falls among older adults. A review of 187 randomized controlled ...

You might want to consider mixing up the different types of exercise you do throughout the week: a new study has found a significant link between a greater variety of physical activities and a lower ...

Choosing a type of exercise that matches your personality might mean you’re happier working out and achieve better results, according to a new study. The research highlights the benefits of a ...

It’s well established that regular exercise contributes to overall health and can reduce the risk of premature death, defined as death before the age of 75. Recently, however, researchers at the ...

People often complain—and rightly so—that the typical exercise science study involves a half-dozen male undergraduates who follow some sort of workout routine for a couple of weeks. So you can imagine ...

It’s easy to add to your routine, too.

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.