Exercise
WASHINGTON — Do you stretch often but struggle to reach your toes? Have you ever thrown your back out when... Read More
WASHINGTON — Do you stretch often but struggle to reach your toes? Have you ever thrown your back out when bending over to pick something up? These are common difficulties with a potentially simple solution: learn to deadlift. The deadlift... Read More
WASHINGTON — Fitness is good for everybody. Regular exercise improves heart, bone, brain and mental health. Working out makes you... Read More
WASHINGTON — Fitness is good for everybody. Regular exercise improves heart, bone, brain and mental health. Working out makes you strong and mobile and can boost your quality of life. The culture and space of gyms have long been dominated... Read More
WASHINGTON — Have you ever noticed your baby or toddler sitting in a deep squat while they play? Do you... Read More
WASHINGTON — Have you ever noticed your baby or toddler sitting in a deep squat while they play? Do you struggle to get on the floor with them? Babies, much like early humans, have a natural ability to squat. We... Read More
WASHINGTON — The friendship between (hu)man and dog goes back thousands of years. That feeling of warmth and happiness you... Read More
WASHINGTON — The friendship between (hu)man and dog goes back thousands of years. That feeling of warmth and happiness you get from interacting with a dog, even for a short period, is a result of physiological processes in your body.... Read More
WASHINGTON — Weight loss medications have increased in popularity over the past few years. In many cases, losing excess body... Read More
WASHINGTON — Weight loss medications have increased in popularity over the past few years. In many cases, losing excess body fat can improve overall health, but exercise also matters. Exercise has benefits beyond weight loss, and a new review highlights... Read More
WASHINGTON — Have you made it to the gym in 2025? You can start any time, but in the spirit... Read More
WASHINGTON — Have you made it to the gym in 2025? You can start any time, but in the spirit of January when many make resolutions, we’ll take another look at one of the top fitness trends for this year. ... Read More
WASHINGTON — As the new year begins, many people resolve to improve their health and fitness. Gym resolutions may be... Read More
WASHINGTON — As the new year begins, many people resolve to improve their health and fitness. Gym resolutions may be for people new to exercise, those returning to their routine after the holidays or anyone who wants to try something... Read More
If you think physical therapy is only about rehabilitation after surgery or recovering from an accident, think again. For the... Read More
If you think physical therapy is only about rehabilitation after surgery or recovering from an accident, think again. For the vast majority, seeing a physical therapist should be about prevention, routine assessment and staying well. “We're the best-kept secret in... Read More
WASHINGTON — The Northern Hemisphere welcomes winter on Dec. 23, though you have likely already felt a chill. The sun... Read More
WASHINGTON — The Northern Hemisphere welcomes winter on Dec. 23, though you have likely already felt a chill. The sun is setting earlier, the temperature is dropping and the motivation to get outside is decreasing. Take all the time you... Read More
WASHINGTON — Holiday gifts are an excellent way to support the health and fitness of your loved ones. For the... Read More
WASHINGTON — Holiday gifts are an excellent way to support the health and fitness of your loved ones. For the people on your list who love or are curious about fitness, why not give them an item they can use?... Read More
WASHINGTON — Looking to up your home fitness game? While you can build strength with no equipment, those who like... Read More
WASHINGTON — Looking to up your home fitness game? While you can build strength with no equipment, those who like lifting weights may be interested in a current trend: adjustable dumbbells. They only take up the space of two dumbbells... Read More
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Aurora Health Care Mobile Medical Clinic team waited patiently at a table in the main hallway... Read More
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Aurora Health Care Mobile Medical Clinic team waited patiently at a table in the main hallway of the Milwaukee Public Library’s sprawling downtown branch, a blood pressure cuff and mental health questionnaire at the ready as... Read More
WASHINGTON — Increasing physical fitness is a well-known way to boost cognitive and mental health. The earlier you build healthy... Read More
WASHINGTON — Increasing physical fitness is a well-known way to boost cognitive and mental health. The earlier you build healthy habits, the greater the payoff later in life. A new study examines physical fitness levels in early childhood and compares... Read More
WASHINGTON — One of the top recommended ways to manage stress is to practice yoga. Doing any type of workout,... Read More
WASHINGTON — One of the top recommended ways to manage stress is to practice yoga. Doing any type of workout, including a fast-paced gym yoga class, puts good stress on your body, which, over time, can lower your overall stress.... Read More
WASHINGTON — Running is an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise that is free and encourages you to get outside. Whether... Read More
WASHINGTON — Running is an excellent form of cardiovascular exercise that is free and encourages you to get outside. Whether you’re training for your first race or have a specific fitness goal, running is always in style. Over the last... Read More
WASHINGTON — As we get deeper into the fall season, temperatures cool and the leaves begin to change. It is... Read More
WASHINGTON — As we get deeper into the fall season, temperatures cool and the leaves begin to change. It is the perfect time to get out and enjoy a walk through the forest. While it’s a nice activity at any... Read More
WASHINGTON — Wearable fitness technology has been a rising trend in the health world over the last few years. Everyone... Read More
WASHINGTON — Wearable fitness technology has been a rising trend in the health world over the last few years. Everyone from recreational to elite athletes, gym-goers, and just about anyone who wants to monitor or improve their health may be... Read More
WASHINGTON — Technology has brought many benefits to humans, however, using our phones and computers has taken its toll on... Read More
WASHINGTON — Technology has brought many benefits to humans, however, using our phones and computers has taken its toll on our posture. If you work at a desk and often feel tension in your neck and shoulders and stiffness in... Read More
WASHINGTON — It is widely known that exercise has mental health benefits and can help treat symptoms of depression. There... Read More
WASHINGTON — It is widely known that exercise has mental health benefits and can help treat symptoms of depression. There are multiple hypothesized mechanisms behind how it works, and researchers at the University College London have added a new theory... Read More
WASHINGTON — There are many ways to find support when you’re on a quest to improve your health. You might... Read More
WASHINGTON — There are many ways to find support when you’re on a quest to improve your health. You might work with a professional to get help with exercise or nutrition, or maybe you just need some new running shoes... Read More
WASHINGTON — If you’ve ever exercised outdoors during the warmer months, you may be familiar with the intense sweating and... Read More
WASHINGTON — If you’ve ever exercised outdoors during the warmer months, you may be familiar with the intense sweating and exertion you experienced during and afterwards. Downing a glass of cold water may have felt great, but if you were... Read More
WASHINGTON — It is a well-known fact that physical inactivity can lead to many health conditions, but trying to follow... Read More
WASHINGTON — It is a well-known fact that physical inactivity can lead to many health conditions, but trying to follow a strict exercise routine you don’t enjoy can make it hard to stay consistent. Many people spend more time at... Read More
WASHINGTON — If you have ever carried your laptop and other belongings in a backpack while commuting or traveling, you’ve... Read More
WASHINGTON — If you have ever carried your laptop and other belongings in a backpack while commuting or traveling, you’ve participated in one of the latest fitness trends: rucking. Here, we’ll explain the term “rucking,” where it came from, how... Read More
WASHINGTON — Quality sleep, regular exercise and less time spent sitting all contribute to a healthy lifestyle. When you live... Read More
WASHINGTON — Quality sleep, regular exercise and less time spent sitting all contribute to a healthy lifestyle. When you live a busy life and work at a desk, it’s tough to check all three items off your list. Many of... Read More
WASHINGTON — Dreaming of a day on the lake, but don’t have a boat? Try the next best thing: a... Read More
WASHINGTON — Dreaming of a day on the lake, but don’t have a boat? Try the next best thing: a cardio workout on a rowing machine at the gym. Okay, so it can't quite compare, but rowing machines have been... Read More
WASHINGTON — Surfing, an ancient, challenging sport that requires a connection to nature and fitness skills, appeared for the second... Read More
WASHINGTON — Surfing, an ancient, challenging sport that requires a connection to nature and fitness skills, appeared for the second time at the Olympics this year. “Surf” comes from the Hawaiian word he'e nalu, which translates to “wave sliding.” Here,... Read More
WASHINGTON — Many people go on diets to lose weight. While reducing food intake may lead to weight loss, reducing... Read More
WASHINGTON — Many people go on diets to lose weight. While reducing food intake may lead to weight loss, reducing your intake too much and for too long can also harm your health. Athletes in particular are often pressured to... Read More
WASHINGTON — Golf can be a fun, social sport with opportunities to network and spend time outdoors. It’s also an... Read More
WASHINGTON — Golf can be a fun, social sport with opportunities to network and spend time outdoors. It’s also an athletic activity that requires endurance, mobility, strength and skill. Professional and recreational golfers can benefit from working on their golf... Read More
WASHINGTON — Does your lower back hurt? It’s a common condition — low back pain affects over 600 million people... Read More
WASHINGTON — Does your lower back hurt? It’s a common condition — low back pain affects over 600 million people worldwide. After recovering from an episode, 70% experience a recurring event within a year. It takes its toll on people’s... Read More
WASHINGTON — Imagine taking a long walk through a nature path or on a beach with the sounds of birds... Read More
WASHINGTON — Imagine taking a long walk through a nature path or on a beach with the sounds of birds and waves around you. Picture running around with your kids on a playground or working in your garden to grow... Read More
