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.

Inflatable jumping castles, also referred to as bounce houses or bouncy castles, are now a common sight at children’s birthday parties, school carnivals, and family gatherings. Their bright colors, ...

Big Number Study links preteen physical activity with better mental health later The benefits were more obvious for boys, according to a study of children in Sweden.

KUTV — Regular physical activity isn’t just good for the body—it’s a powerful tool for enhancing brain health and mental wellbeing. Dr. Jazmin Mogavero, a cognitive neuroscientist with ...

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Physical hobbies, like playing a sport or going to the gym, have all the benefits of physical activity, including helping lower blood pressure and with weight maintenance.

Regular movement boosts student focus, cognitive skills, and academic success. Test your knowledge of physical activity in schools.

Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive health, equivalent to reversing four years of cognitive aging. That ...