Is it better to move more or move harder? Two new 2026 studies suggest that while movement volume matters, vigorous intensity acts as a unique shield against chronic disease.

As a personal trainer and weight-loss coach, I am constantly answering health and fitness questions from my clients, on social media and in our Start TODAY Facebook group. In this column, I address ...

About one in three people fall short of the weekly goal, but it breaks down to just over 20 minutes a day, and even small bursts of movement count.

Low intensity exercise encompasses activities that aren’t challenging and don’t increase your heart rate much. It can still provide health benefits, particularly when done more often. Exercise is ...

Regular daily exercise can lower your blood pressure by strengthening your heart and improving the elasticity and function of blood vessels. Engaging in moderate-intensity exercise on most days of the ...

Japanese walking this. Hot Pilates that. Trendy workouts may be top of mind, but one question always remains: How much exercise per week do you actually need to be healthy? While you might think it’s ...

Ever worried that all the information you've crammed in during a study session might not stay in your memory? The answer might be going for a run, according to a new study published in Cognitive ...

Nurses who perform moderate levels of exercise have a better quality of life because it enhances satisfaction, a new study finds. Burnout wasn’t linked with physical activity, but other factors such ...