"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Kudos to everyone out there regularly doing squats and deadlifts—they're excellent lower-body moves that ...

Cardio (also called cardiovascular exercise or aerobic exercise) is an important part of staying physically fit. During cardio, your heart beats faster, pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body.

New research reveals that weightlifting beats cardio for blood sugar control and diabetes prevention, as resistance training ...

A strong upper body truly makes everyday life a breeze. Consider this: By regularly performing upper-body exercises, carrying an overflowing laundry basket up the stairs or moving your fave armchair ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Picture this: a dimly lit workout studio, the pounding of sneakers as people furiously push through ...

Maximize your results by training smarter, not just harder. Prioritize consistency, structure, and balance in your routine. Fat loss doesn’t have to come at the cost of your muscle or loss you a place ...

If you want to prioritize an exercise that science has linked again and again to longevity, physical therapist and authorDr. Lex Gonzales, PT, DPT, says that there’s no better one than walking. There ...

When you head to your weekly yoga class or lift weights at the gym, you’re doing something good for your physical health: getting more fit today, and so protecting your body into the future. What you ...

New research finds a link between strength training and a lower risk of depression. Here's how to apply the findings to your ...

Exercise is guideline-recommended for patients with osteoarthritis of the knee, although comparative benefits from specific forms of exercise are less certain. This literature review and meta-analysis ...

Regular physical activity also has other benefits for anxiety, says Adam Borland, PsyD, a psychologist at Cleveland Clinic Center for Behavioral Health in Ohio. “Exercise serves as a healthy ...