Using exercise to treat depression can be as effective as therapy or antidepressants, according to a new review of previous ...

And some fitness modalities are better than others when it comes to helping you live longer and stronger. Longevity is “how ...

Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

If you’ve had a heart attack in the past or have been diagnosed with a heart condition, it’s natural to be hesitant to work out. Maybe you don’t know how much intense activity your heart can take and ...

Higher levels of muscle mass and less visceral fat are linked to younger brains, according to a new study. It’s another sign ...

Exercise is widely known to help with sleep, but new findings show that certain types may be especially effective in easing insomnia symptoms. Insomnia affects more than nighttime rest. It can drain ...

The human brain is much more flexible than we ever thought. New studies have begun to suggest that, even in adulthood, the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. When it comes to staying active, the biggest challenge often isn’t the workout ...

A recent research review shows that exercise may be nearly as effective as therapy in managing depression. However, experts ...

Regular exercise supports immune health by improving the circulation of your immune cells and reducing inflammation, but ...

Resistance can come from dumbbells, free weights or machines such as rowers. One example of a strength training exercise is ...

“Exercise is not a replacement for psychiatric medication for the treatment of schizophrenia. However, exercise is a low-risk, worthwhile adjunctive [add-on] intervention,” says Divya Hedgren, MD, a ...