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Paul Frysh

What Your Body Shape Says About Your Health

One Piece of the Puzzle Your body shape can say quite a bit about your health. But it’s important to remember that it’s just one factor....

Zilpah Sheikh, MD

Working Out When You're Over 50

You Need Exercise Now More Than Ever Let's face it: A 50- or 60-year-old body isn't the same as a 20-year-old one. You won't be able to...

Karen Asp

Are You Fit for Your Age?

Exercise can’t erase the years, but it can certainly help stave off the effects of aging. In fact, being physically fit is one of the...

Elizabeth Millard

3 Reasons to Go for a Walk Today (That Have Nothing to Do with Your Heart)

Walking doesn’t always get the respect it deserves. Here are some of the unsung benefits that will motivate you to lace up your shoes....

Hallie Levine

As you age, balance can become an issue. Here’s what to do.

Although you can slip and fall at any point in life, it’s more common with age. More than 1 out of 4 older adults take a tumble each...

Paul Frysh

How to Listen to Your Body

Red Flags? Your body will often let you know if something suddenly goes drastically wrong. If something feels really off -- like changes...

Dana Santas, CNN

6 exercises that address an often overlooked key to longevity

A strong handshake generally makes a good first impression, but there is more to your grip than conveying confidence and trustworthiness....

April Benshosan, M.S.

The Surprising High-Protein Drink That Might Be as Hydrating as Water

If you've ever felt extra-thirsty, even after chugging a tall glass of H2O, you're probably aware that water isn't the only hydrating...

C. Nicole Swiner, MD

Prime Time: The Best Time to Do Everything

Perfect Timing If you’re gonna do something, do it right -- or at least do it at the right time. A few “hacks” can help you pick the best...

ASHLEY LAURETTA

Yes, Drinking Too Much Water Is Possible—Here’s How To Know if You’re Overdoing It With the H2O

You can have too much of a good thing, even when that thing is water, which makes up over half of the human body. Because water is such a...

Ashley Marcin

How much aerobic exercise do you need?

Aerobic exercise is any activity that gets your blood pumping and large muscle groups working. It’s also known as cardiovascular...

Jerilyn Covert

The Incredible Power of a Post-Meal Walk

Walking after a meal can blunt the glucose spike that follows eating. Use these strategies to reap the full benefit. It’s natural for...

Gabby Landsverk

Your resting heart rate is a key sign of fitness and longevity. Improve it with 2 types of workouts.

Stop what you're doing — how's your heart? A strong, healthy heart isn't just about keeping up during exercise. Measuring how well your...

Anna Gora

What are 'Blue Zones,' and do they really hold the secrets to a longer life?

Is there a key to living a long and healthy life? A popular answer to this question has looked to so-called Blue Zones, a nonscientific...

Dana Santas, CNN

How to exercise from the comfort of your couch

Incorporating more exercise into your life is one of the keys to better health, so it’s understandable that many people resolve every...

Alexa Mellardo

10 Tips for Boosting Your Stamina After 50, According to a Fitness Expert

There are so many things that change as you age. This includes a decline in muscle mass and strength, how swift you are, and your...

Ross Brakeville, DPT

Slideshow: The 7-Minute Workout

The 7-Minute Workout If you’ve ever promised yourself that you would get back in shape just as soon as you could find the time, then the...

Stephanie Langmaid

Getting Fit While You’re Overweight

Fitness: More than a Number on a Scale When it comes to overall health, your fitness level may matter more than the number on the scale....

Adam Meyer

5 Best No-Equipment Workouts To Rebuild Your Strength as You Age

Regaining strength and vitality are common health goals as you age. But when it comes to staying fit, many older adults look for ways to...

Elizabeth Millard, C.P.T., R.Y.T.

5 Surprising Things That Happen When You Strengthen Your Core

Forget transforming your body. The far more important benefits of strengthening your core — the muscles that stabilize your back, improve...

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