Wellness / Fitness & Sports Health

While moving your body is key to your health and wellness, high-intensity workouts aren’t for everyone. Whether you're managing joint pain, recovering from an injury or simply want a gentler approach to fitness, low-impact exercises offer an effective way to...

You’ve probably seen it on social media, in your neighborhood or maybe even on your local walking trail—people lacing up their sneakers, strapping on a bulky vest and heading out the door. This growing trend is being praised as an...

If you’ve walked by your local YMCA or park fieldhouse, you may have noticed that chair yoga has been growing in popularity. You’ll find classes in senior centers, rehabilitation clinics, workplaces and even community libraries. Its appeal is simple: chair...

Looking for a way to refresh your workout routine and boost your overall well-being? Stepping outside for a workout can be a refreshing change from a gym or indoor workout class. Whether it’s a brisk walk, a bike ride or...

Whether you’re training for a marathon, cooling down from a weight-training session or just exploring the latest wellness trend, you might have heard about cold therapy. But is this trend just an icy fad, or does it actually deliver any...

From improving brain function to boosting energy and supporting muscle development, wellness enthusiasts claim that creatine benefits several aspects of your health and well-being. If you have seen this supplement trending online recently, you may have questions about what it...

If you’re training for your next race or marathon, you need the right nutrition to fuel your body. In particular, protein should be a priority as you plan your daily diet needs. There’s a lot of information out there on...

In the busyness of life, it can be difficult to find time for exercise. Between demanding work schedules, family obligations and a long list of other responsibilities, fitting in a workout can feel like a challenge. Often, it’s the first...

Moving your body each day is an incredibly important part of your health and wellness. But have you noticed that on some days you feel full of energy and on others you can’t face heading to the gym? It may...

Feeling in a rut with your current workouts? If you’ve been looking for something new to add to your exercise routine, specifically one that can help improve your strength, mobility and flexibility—Pilates may be the answer. As it is an...

Body mass index, or BMI, has long been used as a metric for assessing wellness and fitness. But many experts are now seeing its limitations, arguing that this calculator is an inaccurate way to measure if someone is healthy or...

Many of us love to get outside in the warm summer months of the year. But it's natural to feel a bit hesitant about staying active during the winter—when it’s much colder outside and the days are shorter. Moving your...

As the new year approaches, many people are thinking about their resolutions. For a lot of us, that means focusing on health and fitness. Whether you're a runner, a yogi, a weightlifter or someone who loves group exercise classes, it's...

Exercise isn’t just about lifting weights or running miles—it's discovering a path to a healthier, happier you. With every step, you push the boundaries of your comfort zone and unearth hidden strength that’s been inside you all along. In this...

Getting into shape is a goal for many people but it can be difficult to know where to start, and trying a new workout class or gym can feel intimidating. The fitness industry often portrays a certain image of what...

Bones are one of the most important parts of your body: they provide structure, support your muscles, and protect your brain and other vital organs. So, obviously, keeping your bones strong will boost your overall health. The worst thing you...

Staying active means staying healthy. It’s frustrating when pain or injury slows us down. Adding some simple strengthening exercises to your routine can prevent many common causes of knee and hip pain. Here’s what you need to know.Why injuries happen...

In the busyness of life, finding time to prioritize movement and self-care can be a challenge. And when we do find the time, hitting the gym or going for a run often feels like the last thing we want to...

We all know the benefits associated with regular physical activity—lower blood pressure, lower risk of chronic disease, better mood, to name a few—yet many of us struggle to find the motivation to fit exercise into our daily routine.For many, it’s...

It’s a well-known fact that regular exercise has several health benefits regardless of age, shape, size, ethnicity or co-morbidities. According to the US Health and Human Services, about $117 billion in annual healthcare costs and about 10% of premature mortality...