Starting a fitness program without a plan is a big mistake, one expert explains. May 21, 2007 — -- It never ceases to intrigue me when some clients come to me and tell me their stories about ...

Every year at this time we turn our attention to New Year’s resolutions, promises that often are extreme and rarely, if ever, kept. Heading the list are resolutions to get healthy and that often means ...

Outdoor activities can be highly beneficial to people with lupus. However, it’s best not to jump right into a rigorous exercise program. It's better to ease your body into the idea of working out.

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It’s crunch time! Most people use the new year as motivation to kick-start their fitness goals. If it’s been a while since you stepped foot in a gym, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. As the exercise ...

The arrival of a new year typically inspires us to set goals for the next 12 months. Objectives like dropping 20 pounds of body fat, improving your strength or starting a weekly running routine are a ...

You can help increase your bone density through diet, vitamin and mineral supplements, exercise, lifestyle changes, and medications in some cases.

Your doctor feels like a broken record.That's right, he's sick and tired of telling you how important exercise is to your health because you don't listen. He's sick of explaining how so many of your ...

Physical activity at any age is crucial and can reduce the risk of different illnesses and chronic diseases. As people grow older, an active lifestyle becomes increasingly more important. No matter ...

Angus Chen covers all issues broadly related to cancer including drugs, policy, science, and equity. He joined STAT in 2021 after covering health and science at NPR and NPR affiliate stations. His ...