Research conducted by Dr. Cyrus Raji and his team presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America demonstrates that a body profile higher in muscle mass, with a lower ...

Regular physical activity reduces inflammation, lowers stress, improves sleep, and supports hormonal balance, all of which ...

And, more recent findings from Michigan State University show just five minutes of brisk walking is enough to improve ...

Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to adapt in response to thoughts, experiences and outside stimuli, essentially ...

A surprising martial art is redefining fitness by combining strength, mobility, and mental sharpness—at any age.

Exercise doesn’t just challenge the body; it challenges how the brain interprets effort. Scientists discovered that vibrating tendons before cycling allowed people to push harder without feeling like ...

Exercise tones the legs, builds bigger biceps and strengthens the heart. But of all the body parts that benefit from a good workout, the brain may be the big winner. Physical fitness directly affects ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...

Starting your day with just 60 seconds of jumping may sound overly simple, but this small habit has outsized effects on ...

A separate study also in 2018, this time conducted on mice, found exercising the lower extremities to be critical to brain ...

New research suggests that exercise difficulty isn’t just about muscles or fitness, it’s about perception. By subtly altering ...

Not exercising enough can cause weight gain, lower energy levels, and increased risk of disease. Learn more about the ...