WELLNESS / EXERCISE

To Prevent Frailty, Try Yoga

Yoga can improve seniors' walking speed, balance problems, leg strength and endurance -- the signs of frailty that often come with aging. >

Reversing Childhood Obesity -- After School

Rates of obesity and overweight among students fell over five years after Slovenian schools implemented after-school exercise programs. >

Helping Kids Work It Out

Depression is not uncommon among kids and teens. Therapy can help, but so does exercise. Here's what seemed to benefit kids most. >

Take Five

If you sit for long periods, you need to take an exercise break to offset sitting’s most dangerous effects. Here's what worked best. >

To Get Healthier, Start on Monday

Struggling with resolutions already? Beginning a diet, exercise or other healthy change on a Monday can make you more likely to succeed. >

A Fast Route to Cardiovascular Health

A vigorous walk of 7 minutes or so does more for your heart than a leisurely stroll for twice as long. To know what's enough, try singing. >

COVID Vaccines Work Even Better with Exercise

People who got the most exercise significantly lowered their risk of COVID-19 hospitalization. >

Pick Up the Pace

Walking 10,000 steps a day is good for your heart and general longevity. And there's something even better — going a little faster. >

Your Genes Won't Save You

Being active -- it doesn't take much -- is truly the fountain of youth. Even good genes can't overcome the ill-effects of being sedentary. >

Walk It Off — No Pain, No Gain

Peripheral artery disease makes walking painful. The alternative -- not walking -- ensures that the pain and immobility will only get worse. >

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