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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Could just minutes of activity cut your cancer risk? New study offers clues.
The observational study followed more than 22,000 self-reported non-exercisers, using data from wearable devices to track daily activity.
Do you live in one of America's fittest cities?
The annual raking of the United States' fittest cities is here, and it's good news for those who live near the nation's capital.
Been a while since you worked out? Expert tips on how to ease in
Whether the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted your exercise routine or life just got in the way, here are expert tips to get you back on track.
Sitting a lot? Here's why you should break it up with short walks.
Even if you exercise on a daily basis, taking short walking breaks throughout the day can help offset the harms of sitting, new research reveals.
How to "hot girl walk": The trend that combines physical, mental health
Looking for a way to exercise your body and mind? We spoke to "hot girl walk" creator Mia Lind about her viral fitness trend.
How much could a short, brisk daily walk lower your health risks?
Cambridge University researchers found "substantial benefits to heart health and reducing your risk of cancer" with just a short dose of daily moderate exercise.
Self-tracking your health data
Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer.
Peloton's Robin Arzón wasn't always an athlete. Now she's a fitness icon.
Growing up, Robin Arzón was a kid who dreaded gym class. Then everything changed.
These two factors may help women live longer
New research finds certain body sizes, as well as the amount of time exercising per day, may play a role in longer lifespans
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