Just one 15-minute session of aerobic exercise floods the brain with brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein ...

You’ve probably heard someone say exercise is “good for your head.” And you’ve probably nodded, filed it under vaguely true advice, and moved on. But here’s the thing: exercise doesn’t just help your ...

Aerobic exercise, also known as cardio, "involves activities that use large muscle groups rhythmically and continuously, raising the heart and breathing rates," explains Gontang. He says that the word ...

In my last column, I addressed many reasons why engaging in strength training (anaerobic) workouts are important. Aside from allowing you to maintain and/or gain muscle and bone mass, benefits also ...

“If we become fitter, our brains benefit even more from a single session of exercise.” ...

Randal Claytor is an associate professor of kinesiology, nutrition and health at Miami University. When you enter the gym, which way should you head first? Toward the treadmills and spin studio to get ...

Starting aerobic exercise just two months after a stroke is safe and may help protect thinking skills, according to new research. The study provides fresh hope for stroke survivors that they can ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Aerobic physical activity reduced self-reported depression scores for patients with cancer. Researchers observed ...

Learn how to stay active if you have advanced Parkinson’s, with safe exercises that improve mobility, mood, and sleep.