A brisk walk releases endorphins, the “feel-good” chemicals that boost well-being. Walking outdoors—especially in green spaces like parks or grassy areas—further enhances mental health, helping lower ...

The health benefits of physical activity for seniors, including those with chronic health conditions and disabilities, were presented recently by Layne Langley, area nutrition and community health age ...

Can't find time to exercise? Just 5 minutes can go a long way. New research shows the big benefits of small spurts of vigorous physical activity. According to the Centers for Disease Control and ...

Physical activity reduces chronic disease risks, improves function, and extends lifespan, thus supporting clinicians’ use of exercise prescriptions as a health intervention, new research suggests. A ...

The benefits of physical activity for children are enormous. As researchers of physical education (PE)—and ex-PE teachers—we ...

With each passing year, I find myself reprioritizing the benefits of physical activity. It's incredibly inspiring as I am consciously aware of the shift as it occurs. This week, I'll share some tips ...

Background Physical activity has been associated with neuroprotective and immunomodulatory benefits, potentially influencing ...

Research shows that working out for just a little bit longer each day can reduce your risk of death. And that resistance ...

Researchers have identified a specific liver protein produced during exercise that strengthens the brain’s protective barrier and improves memory in aging mice. This finding suggests a potential ...

So-called weekend warriors—those who cram a week’s worth of recommended physical activity into Saturday and Sunday—are at significantly lower risk for developing a host of diseases and conditions, ...

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical activity is an important component of a healthy lifestyle and can improve health outcomes across the lifespan. When we are healthy, we’re more capable of ...

Share on Pinterest Lack of sleep may reduce the cognitive benefits of physical activity, study finds. Luke Mattson/Stocksy Researchers looked at cognitive function over 10 years in 8,958 people aged ...