Answer this one: Why is lack of regular exercise a major risk factor for heart disease?
Stress is a fact of life for most of us. Too much stress can have harmful effects on the body, mind, and emotions. Learn more about stress and its effects by taking this quiz.
Yoga is one of the few stress-relief tools that has a positive effect on all the body systems involved.
Tai chi is called a mind-body type of exercise because it combines meditation, focused breathing, and physical movement. Because it’s also a low-impact exercise, it may be particularly well suited for older adults, but it’s a beneficial exercise for people of all ages.
You can lose weight by dieting, exercising, or a combination of both. Including exercise into your daily routine offers other benefits besides weight control.
Certain forms of physical activity are better than others at burning calories while you're exercising.
Keeping extra weight off requires effort and commitment, just as losing weight does.
The benefits of dancing go well beyond heart health and physical fitness. Dancing, especially group dance activities, provides opportunities for people of all ages to be socially and mentally engaged, as well.
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Here are eight ways to exercise for a healthier heart.
The millions of Americans diagnosed with heart and cardiovascular diseases can benefit from making healthy choices in their day-to-day lives.
Exercise has important health benefits for everyone -- regardless of age and physical condition. But for people with arthritis, working out regularly, and within their limits, is critical.
Doctors and physical therapists say people with arthritis can improve their health and fitness through exercise without damaging their joints.
You can help prevent osteoporosis by including enough calcium in your diet and exercising regularly.
Many older Americans lead healthy, interesting, and productive lives well into their later years. But that’s not what we usually hear about.
Type 2 diabetes can be especially deadly for women. Of the nearly 16 million Americans with diabetes, more than half are female.
Heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol—you can lower your risk for all of these with regular exercise.
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