Vigorous activity may reduce your risk of multiple diseases, according to a recent study.

You’re not going to want to sit down for this. A new study suggests that a single habit is better for the brain than previously thought — and can treat symptoms of depression as effectively as ...

Let's break down what the researchers found.

Can exercise lower cortisol? A randomized clinical trial reveals that a year of aerobic activity reduces stress hormones and ...

In a new study, people who followed a moderate-to-vigorous aerobic exercise routine for a year had a noticeable drop in brain age, while those who stuck to their usual fitness routine saw a slight ...

According to the National Cancer Institute, there were an estimated 18.6 million cancer survivors in the United States as of May 2025. When it comes to health and fitness, exercise has always been ...

So what about exercise? Our new research confirms physical activity can be just as effective for some people as therapy or medication. This is especially true when it's social and guided by a ...

Daily step counts and reaching at least 150 minutes a week of exercise — lots of exercise guidance focuses on hitting specific step, mile or time targets. But for many people, especially those who are ...

Share on Pinterest A new study suggests that aerobic exercise may help reshape part of the body’s nervous system. Getty Images A rat study has found that aerobic exercise may reshape nerves that ...

New research reveals that exercise counteracts the mood-damaging effects of a Western-style diet through specific gut and hormonal mechanisms. Running restored metabolites tied to mental well-being ...