Jumping jacks, a staple of school gym classes, are not just for kids—they can also reveal much about your health. Even if you haven’t done the exercise recently, your ability to do them today can ...

Jumping 50 times is enough to make you feel alert, Wickham says. Indeed, exercise in general improves fatigue, energy, and ...

As you age, your bones generally start to weaken. You tend to lose bone mineral density, an indicator of bone strength, which makes you more prone to fractures in old age. To maintain or even ...

Exercise, in general, is one of the best things you can do for your health: It strengthens your heart and lungs, boosts mood and cognition, and lowers your risk of a bunch of diseases, including type ...

He’s reached new heights with his fitness. An NYC father of three claims he lost nearly 80 pounds by committing to one simple exercise: Jumping rope. “I skip to maintain my fitness, both physically ...

New research says doing short bouts of plyometric exercises, like hops, can help improve running economy. Researchers also say runners can safely practice five minutes of plyometrics each day without ...

Weight loss does not always need fancy gym machines or complicated workout plans. Many people struggle to stay consistent simply because workouts feel too long, too hard, or too confusing. The truth ...

Walking helps women develop stronger bones in their hips and spine, which protects them from osteoporosis, during postmenopausal years. Research indicates that regular walking leads to better balance, ...