Men need more exercise than women for same health benefits, study finds
A study published Monday revealed a gender gap in cardiovascular benefits when it comes to exercise.
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Are morning or night workouts better? Here's what experts say.
What's the best time for working out: morning, afternoon or evening? The answer isn't what you may think.
What are micro-workouts? Expert shares benefits, tips to get started
No time for fitness? Micro-workouts could help. We asked an exercise expert about the benefits and tips to get started.
How many calories should I burn a day? Your calorie questions, answered.
Calories can be confusing — but they don't have to be. We've got answers to your most-searched questions about calories.
Should you eat before a workout? Here's what experts say.
Is it better to eat before your workouts? Here's what experts recommend.
Should you start with cardio or lift weights first? One expert weighs in
Experts say you should both lift weights and do cardio — here's how to decide whether resistance training or aerobic exercise should come first in your workout.
Weekend-only workouts offer similar benefits to daily exercise, study finds
No time to exercise during the week? A new study suggests concentrating your workouts on the weekends may be just as good.
Following these 8 steps may slow biological aging by 6 years, research shows
The analysis used the American Heart Association's "Life's Essential 8" checklist, a list of lifestyle behaviors, to determine individuals' levels of heart health.
Are morning workouts better for weight loss?
Medical weight loss physician Dr. Sue Decotiis told CBS News that the best exercise is whatever fits your schedule.
First lady fitness: Jill Biden shares her workout routine
"I need to be with myself and find inner strength so I can be strong for everyone else," Biden tells Women's Health of prioritizing her fitness regime.
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