A study exploring the mechanisms behind why cognitive performance improves in response to exercise, has found that dopamine plays a key role. A study exploring the mechanisms behind why cognitive ...

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Share on Pinterest A recent review shows that exercise may be nearly as effective as therapy for depression. Image Credit: Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images A recently updated Cochrane review found that ...

If you feel a lift after exercise, you're in good company. Movement can boost mood, and according to the results of a new study, it can also help relieve symptoms of depression. As part of a review of ...

If you’d like to age well, these are the five exercises for you. I’ve been reporting on the science of fitness for more than 20 years, and these are the five exercises that researchers and trainers ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. Strength training supports ...

Experts detail the benefits of swimming, from strengthening your muscles to reducing inflammation and boosting your mental health—and how to get started. Swimming offers a low-impact exercise with ...

Low-intensity exercise is thought to be better for keeping this “stress hormone” in check. But scientists say cortisol plays a crucial role in fueling your workout. Often called the “stress hormone,” ...

At 5 feet, 4 inches, the Bay Area woman weighed 220 pounds. Any physical activity would leave her out of breath. "I'd hike up a hill here in San Mateo or go on a hike up San Bruno Mountain. Usually ...

Getting back into exercise after illness can be challenging. Tips for returning to exercise after being sick include starting at home, keeping hydrated, and avoiding overexertion. People who want to ...