Working out can boost mental health. To reap the most benefits, it should be structured, supervised and contain a social ...

A Nashville physical therapist says repeating daily affirmations in addition to core-building exercises has relieved her chronic back pain, thanks to its calming effect on her nervous system.

The hindbrain's cerebellum is in charge of maintaining the body's equilibrium. Your posture is maintained by your musculoskeletal system. Your position is always controlled by the muscles, ligaments, ...

We talk a lot about exercise in terms of calories burned or miles logged, but let’s pivot. What if the most compelling reason to get moving has nothing to do with your waistline and everything to do ...

Heavy leg exercises may increase production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports the growth and maintenance of nerves in the brain, Carbone said. This process, called ...

We all know that weightlifting is great for building muscle—and it has fantastic potential to improve (and maintain) bone strength. But what you might not know is that recent research suggests that ...

A traditional Chinese mind-body practice that combines slow, structured movement, deep breathing and meditative focus lowered blood pressure as effectively as brisk walking in a large randomized ...

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.

At the national level, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), estimates that 42.1 million people, or 18.1% of all adults (aged 18 years or older) in the United States smoke cigarettes.