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Don’t get overwhelmed by 10,000 steps. Here’s how many you may really need
Does the popular activity benchmark of walking 10,000 steps a day feel like too distant of a goal? Don’t worry, you can get health...
Madeline Holcombe


Moving More Could Add Years to Your Life—and It's Not Too Late to Start, New Study Suggests
Let’s face it. Some weeks, picking kids or grocery bags up from the floor is about as close as we’re going to get to doing squats—or any...
Carrie Myers, M.S.


1 Simple Walking Trick That Improves Mobility and Brain Health
If you only move forward when walking, you're missing out on the pretty impressive benefits that come with simply reversing course. Yes,...
Stephanie Mansour


9 Fruits With the Most Electrolytes, According to Dietitians
Fruit has more than the power to hydrate on hot summer days. It can also deliver electrolytes — minerals that are critical for the body...
A. Pawlowski


9 Common Warning Signs of Poor Blood Circulation
Poor circulation, or peripheral artery disease (PAD), typically results from plaque buildup in the arteries. Over time, this buildup can...
Pamela Assid, DNP, RN


I Ate Yogurt Every Day for a Week and This Is What Happened to My Body
I have always been a yogurt lover. It’s a versatile, creamy delight that anchors breakfast, boosts smoothies, and even serves as a...
Lauren Manaker, M.S., R.D.N., L.D.


Your Favorite Childhood Pastime Could Help You Live Longer, New Study Says
In America, we primarily rely on cars to get around. But that’s not the case in other parts of the world, including Europe and Japan,...
Elizabeth Yuko


Resistance Bands Vs. Dumbbells: Which Will Help You Build Muscle the Fastest?
When starting a strength-training routine , most people head to the weight rack. But when it comes to working your muscles, dumbbells...
Dana McMahan and Brianna Steinhilber


This Might Be the Best Time to Exercise For Better Heart and Lung Health
Exercising in the morning may uniquely benefit heart and lung functioning in older adults, according to new research. The study,...
Julia Ries


5 Hidden Health Benefits of Pickleball
By now you’ve heard of pickleball. The increasingly popular paddle sport, which has similarities to tennis and ping pong, has attracted...
Lisa Fields


Is Walking Every Morning Enough Exercise to Stay Fit?
It’s nearly impossible to leave your house in the morning these days without seeing dozens of people out walking. Some move quickly,...
Josh York


4 Things to Stop Doing After 5 P.M. If You Have High Cholesterol, According to Dietitians
High cholesterol is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, raising your risk for heart attack and stroke. Adopting lifestyle changes...
Allison Knott, MS, RDN, CSSD


How Long Does It Take to Walk 10,000 Steps?
The amount of time needed to walk 10,000 steps depends on individual factors like walking speed and stride length, generally falling...
Emily Brown, MPH


6 Foods That Strengthen Your Bones
We all remember the classic childhood wisdom: drink your milk for strong bones. Turns out, Mom was onto something. Calcium is a...
John Gilpatrick


What Happens if Your Heart Rate Is Too High During Exercise?
If you wear a Fitbit, Apple Watch or a similar wearable while working out, you already know that you have a useful tool right at your...
Emily Laurence


How Exercise Affects Your Brain
It May Help You Pay Attention Have you checked your individual alpha peak frequency (iAPF) lately? Probably not, unless your doctor...
Paul Frysh


What Happens to Your Body When You Walk Every Day
Many medical professionals and health organizations advocate the importance of regular physical activity to promote health and...
Cathy Nelson


Weights are fine, but there’s a better option: The top exercise to gain strength at home, says Harvard
Most people experience fluctuations in muscle mass due to aging, sedentary lifestyles, or other factors, but you do not need a gym...
Betania Vidal


Tips to Keep Joints Healthy
Stay in Motion It's the golden rule of joint health: The more you move, the less stiffness you'll have. Whether you're reading, working,...
Jabeen Begum, MD


Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone
Add Zing to Your Meals Onions and garlic are your allies in the kitchen and in the bedroom. They may help you make more and better...
Paige Fowler
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