More than one in 10 Americans has a type of diabetes and, of those, up to 95% have type 2 diabetes. The risk of developing type 2 diabetes depends on a slew of factors (including genetics), but new ...

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

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

Medical experts say strength training keeps bones and muscles healthy after menopause when estrogen loss speeds up a ...

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 ...

Cardio (also called cardiovascular exercise or aerobic exercise) is an important part of staying physically fit. During cardio, your heart beats faster, pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body.

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 ...

Some of the consequences of owing your body sleep are readily apparent, like feeling drowsy, irritable, or brain-foggy, or ...

Indoor cycling is incredibly popular, but you’ll need the right type of exercise bike for the cycling you want to do. Peloton has popularised at-home spin classes, but there are alternatives if you ...

A large review of studies suggests that exercise can ease depression about as effectively as psychological therapy. Compared ...