Vigorous exercise places greater demand on the cardiovascular system, encouraging adaptations in the heart and lungs, Holmer ...

Two new large studies have confirmed that it doesn't take Olympic-level efforts to harness the life-extending power of exercise. In fact, say the researchers, even just five minutes a day can have a ...

Don't just focus on one activity - doing a variety every week gives you more health benefits, a study suggests.

Finding time to exercise amid busy schedules challenges even the most health-conscious individuals. Yet research consistently shows that carving out just 30 minutes daily for physical activity ...

Your fitness tracker might be telling you that you need 10,000 steps, 30 minutes of cardio or even an hour at the gym every ...

Moderate exercise is safe for people who have muscle pain from taking statins, according to a study. Researchers found that the cholesterol lowering drugs do not increase muscle injury after prolonged ...

A large review of studies suggests that exercise can ease depression about as effectively as psychological therapy. Compared with antidepressants, exercise showed similar benefits, though the evidence ...

Stepping outside for a brisk walk can bring significant health benefits. Walking has been linked to improved blood pressure, better mental health and lower risks of falls, cardiovascular disease and ...

A recent research review shows that exercise may be nearly as effective as therapy in managing depression. However, experts ...

A major review finds exercise can reduce depression symptoms, often matching therapy or medication, while remaining low-cost ...