For general fitness and health, men should aim for age-adjusted VO2 max scores that put them above average. This will ensure you are maximizing reductions in all-cause mortality from having a higher ...

If you’re on a mission to live longer (and stronger!), you probably know that regular exercise plays an undeniable role in longevity. Walking and strength training in particular have a ton of benefits ...

Independence is an issue many people struggle with as they age. Strength, balance and physical abilities are some key elements to maintaining independence. Rex Carpenter is an advanced exercise ...

People may want to give up after a month of a new exercise routine, but that's when it gets easier. An exercise physiologist says people can get unmotivated by soreness. He said that while you might ...

Mental illness affects one in five Australians in any given year and depression, anxiety and substance abuse are the most prevalent of the mental health problems. Mental illness is traditionally ...

In his role as an exercise physiologist at the Duke Health & Fitness Center, LeGrant Bradley has a front-row seat to peoples’ physical transformations. He sees often how regular exercise helps people ...

Dr. Jessica Scott researches how exercise can prevent the decline in fitness often caused by cancer treatments. It may even change the biology of the cancer itself. Cancer patients may be surprised to ...

Randal Claytor is an associate professor of kinesiology, nutrition and health at Miami University. When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get ...

Kayla Missman specializes in making complicated topics more approachable. She has eight years of experience in journalism, editing and marketing, allowing her to dive into interesting topics and ...