A brief, intense workout may do more than boost fitness—it could help fight cancer. Researchers found that just 10 minutes of ...

Exercise may be moderately effective compared to no therapy for reducing symptoms of depression. The evidence suggests there is little to no difference in the reduction of symptoms of depression ...

Building muscle has huge health benefits, but working out takes time. So what's the least amount of time you can spend at the gym and still see the benefits? Research shows it's less than you'd think.

Not exercising enough can cause weight gain, lower energy levels, and increased risk of disease. Learn more about the ...

Walking can bring health benefits, which can vary with different walking styles. See what happens when you enjoy brisk ...

From fat cells that stretch like spandex to more flexible muscles, scientists are finding that women’s bodies are just as ...

If there's one move that people roll their eyes at when they see it in a workout program, it's the burpee. But as someone interested in functional, time-effective exercise, it's one of my favourite ...

Exercise can slow tumour growth in mice by shifting the body’s metabolism so that muscle cells, rather than cancer cells, take the glucose and grow. A similar process may occur in people. To examine ...

The endocannabinoid system is found throughout the brain and body and plays a key role in everything from memory and learning to sleep to social behavior. During prolonged aerobic exercise, the body's ...

Exercise reprograms molecular pathways in the body, offering new clues for future disease prevention and treatment. For years, it has been well established that regular exercise builds strength, ...

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