More than one in 10 Americans has a type of diabetes and, of those, up to 95% have type 2 diabetes. The risk of developing type 2 diabetes depends on a slew of factors (including genetics), but new ...

Cardio (also called cardiovascular exercise or aerobic exercise) is an important part of staying physically fit. During cardio, your heart beats faster, pumping oxygenated blood throughout the body.

Medically reviewed by Katrina Carter, DPT Key Takeaways Brisk walking is a simple way to meet daily physical activity goals. Swimming can improve heart health and reduce joint pain. Gardening provides ...

The biggest takeaway here is that no matter your age, and even if you feel it's been too long, research shows exercise can ...

If you have Type 2 diabetes, you already know how important it is to think about what you eat. Diet plays a crucial role in managing blood glucose levels. But it’s not the only important factor.

More muscle mass was linked to younger brains in new research, suggesting resistance training can support long-term brain ...

A new study has ranked the best types of exercise for improving sleep quality. The findings demonstrate that exercise is an easy-to-implement, relatively cheap, and particularly effective way of ...

What does it mean to be physically fit? I used to think people were above average physically fit because someone could run a marathon or win a powerlifting competition. The truth is, they are good at ...

Research linked exercise with a lowered risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The researchers found that an hour of moderate- to vigorous-intensity exercise a day has the most benefits. Doctors say a ...