Fitness

Getting more than 7,500 daily steps before surgery can reduce postoperative complications, according to new research.Exercising before surgery—known as “prehabilitation”—can help reduce the risk of post-surgical complications like infections and …

Research is mixed on whether or not working out on an empty stomach will boost fat loss.For some people, working out in a fasted state may spike cortisol levels, leading …

Having a strong core is much more than looking good during beach season. In fact, having strong core muscles is essential to your mobility. Your core muscles work together to …

The pistol squat, also known as a single-leg squat, is the ultimate challenge of unilateral stability and lower body strength. Its name eloquently describes the pistol shape that you assume …

Your back plays an essential role in supporting your entire trunk, including how it rotates, flexes, bends, and turns. Not to mention, your back is a key player in maintaining …

TikTok users claim that walking backwards on the treadmill can help with a variety of health issues, including relieving knee pain and improving balance and stability. According to experts, backwards …

A new "silent walking" trend has gained popularity on TikTok, encouraging viewers to turn their headphones off and walk in silence.Experts agree that focusing on the present during movement is …

New research shows resistance training—also called strength training or sometimes weight lifting—may help counteract skin aging. Previous research has already shown that aerobic exercise can also help improve skin—but weight …

New research shows “fat-burning zone” recommendations on commercial cardio equipment may not provide accurate information.For information on how to best burn fat, people should rely on clinical exercise tests or …

Research suggests that it may take far fewer than 10,000 steps a day to see health benefits from walking.Though walking is a very low-impact, low-risk activity, you still want to …