Using exercise to treat depression can be as effective as therapy or antidepressants, according to a new review of previous ...

And some fitness modalities are better than others when it comes to helping you live longer and stronger. Longevity is “how ...

Repeated exercise, or wasting, can change the way key genes work.

Higher levels of muscle mass and less visceral fat are linked to younger brains, according to a new study. It’s another sign that consistent exercise may be crucial for a healthy brain.

If you’ve had a heart attack in the past or have been diagnosed with a heart condition, it’s natural to be hesitant to work out. Maybe you don’t know how much intense activity your heart can take and ...

Exercise is widely known to help with sleep, but new findings show that certain types may be especially effective in easing insomnia symptoms. Insomnia affects more than nighttime rest. It can drain ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. When it comes to staying active, the biggest challenge often isn’t the workout ...

The human brain is much more flexible than we ever thought. New studies have begun to suggest that, even in adulthood, the brain can produce new neurons through a process known as neurogenesis. Some ...

A recent research review shows that exercise may be nearly as effective as therapy in managing depression. However, experts ...

According to one expert, while zone 0 exercise may not give the same burn as others, the effortless movement does have its perks.

Resistance can come from dumbbells, free weights or machines such as rowers. One example of a strength training exercise is ...

“Exercise is not a replacement for psychiatric medication for the treatment of schizophrenia. However, exercise is a low-risk, worthwhile adjunctive [add-on] intervention,” says Divya Hedgren, MD, a ...