Exercise has long been recognized by clinicians, scientists and public health officials as an important way to maintain health throughout a person’s lifespan. It improves overall fitness, helps build ...

New research shows adding a few minutes of vigorous “everyday” physical activity to your daily exercise routine could help control blood pressure. Heart-pumping activities like cycling, running, and ...

Simple choices like taking the stairs instead of an elevator count as "incidental" exercise — and can reduce heart attack risks. (Getty) Here’s what to know about incidental exercise, its benefits and ...

Emerging research suggests women’s cardiovascular systems may respond more strongly to physical activity than men’s, raising ...

There is still a debate about very high-level endurance exercise. While most recreational runners show no lasting harm, some ...

(Reuters Health) - Heart failure patients may exercise more when they have support from family and friends, a U.S. study suggests. Heart failure causes the heart to pump too little blood through the ...