People in richer countries aren’t moving less — they’re just eating more. A new Duke study shows that diet, not laziness, is ...

It's no secret that getting a bit of extra exercise each day will no doubt yield a number of health benefits, helping to keep you in tip-top condition physically and mentally. Additionally, making ...

Throughout the year, regular physical activity is one of the most basic things you can do for your health and achieve many ...

Ellen Demsky picked up running in her 60s. Now 84, she’s still going—and showing others how to thrive mentally and physically ...

A new study reveals that the mental health benefits of exercise depend not just on the amount of physical activity, but also on the context in which it occurs.

If you’re wondering, “moderate exertion” involves things like fast walking. Slow jogging. Climbing stairs. Think any activity that, while not easy, will still allow you to carry on a conversation.

Regular physical activity is important as people age. Adapting activities to personal needs can be important in maintaining activity levels.

Physical activity is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle and it has benefits for the prevention and treatment of various physical and mental health conditions (1). However, people with ...

However, in physical activity research, this life stage is poorly understood, with the evidence dominated by research in younger adolescents (aged 10–14 years), school settings, and high-income ...

The survey included the Physical Activity Questionnaire (PAQ), the Social Support Scale, and the Exercise Self-Efficacy Scale (ESES). Exploratory factor analysis, linear regression analysis, and ...