It is believed that exercise helps to keep our bones strong by putting them under stress and subjecting them to jolts and shocks. Each jolt is thought to send signals to bone cells that trigger them ...

A decade ago, I first wrote about the power of aerobic exercise to improve neuronal plasticity and produce brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)—which stimulates neurogenesis (the birth of new ...

It might feel like a walk in the park, but trainers say you can turn your stroll into a super-effective workout. Here's how.

Few would disagree that cardio, also called aerobic exercise, is good for your health. Of the 10 most common chronic diseases, seven are "favorably influenced by regular physical activity," according ...

Many healthy behaviors help prevent the deterioration of aging, as explained in the book, Improve Your Memory for a Healthy Brain. Memory Is the Canary in Your Brain's Coal Mine. One of the most ...

Both bodyweight exercises and weightlifting are uniquely effective at building strength. Which is better for you depends on ...

Exercise: It’s a one-size-fits-all prescription for your health. It’s good for your heart, it strengthens your lungs, it keeps your bones and muscles strong, and it helps prevent falls. No matter the ...

Exercise may be as effective as psychological therapies and potentially even antidepressants in treating depression, a new study suggests. Researchers at the University of Lancashire, reviewing 73 ...

You wouldn’t know it to look at me, but I go to the gym three times a week. It’s good for my body (you’ll have to trust me on that) and is a wonderful way to clear my mind. Straining heavy weights ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: The podcast Chasing Life With Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores how to stay motivated to exercise. You can listen to episodes here. During the middle of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, the ...

While high impact exercises such as running are very beneficial, low impact exercises also have their appeal. Contrary to what many people think, low impact exercise is actually good, as research has ...

Have you ever felt like you’re not good at exercise? If so, you’re not alone. Many people have this belief about themselves, and it makes it hard for them to stick to their workout plan. With some ...