Do weighted vests help give you a better workout? A doctor shares tips.
A fitness trend has people donning extra pounds — in the form of a weighted vest — in order to intensify their workout. But is it safe?
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Do weighted vests really work?
Sales of weighted vests have surged into the hundreds of millions as fitness influencers tout their benefits. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain whether wearing weighted vests actually improves your workout or just adds unnecessary strain.
Expert tips for exercising outdoors in extreme heat
Dr. Jon LaPook and celebrity trainer Kira Stokes join "CBS Mornings Plus" to share medical and practical tips for safely exercising outdoors in hot weather. They explain how to adjust workouts during heat waves, spot warning signs of heat-related illness and stay on track with fitness goals.
Norah O'Donnell interviews Robin Arzón
"Person to Person" with Norah O'Donnell brings viewers the most intimate type of interview — going beyond the headlines through thoughtful conversation. In this episode, O'Donnell sits down with Peloton's head instructor Robin Arzón to talk about her fitness journey, near-death experience, motherhood and more. Arzón brings to "Person to Person" the inspiration she's known for on the bike and the treadmill.
Philadelphia therapist builds sisterhood and self-care on two wheels
It's a bike ride that's more than a workout. Meet the Philadelphia therapist behind a movement bringing Black women together, one ride at a time.
How to start off a healthy 2020
Many of us make New Year’s resolutions to try and improve our health and wellness. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why the keys to a healthy 2020 go beyond exercising more and eating right.
Actor from Peloton ad gifts bike in real life
Many people did not like the way a Peloton ad showed a man giving his wife the exercise bike for the holidays. But, now, the actor who played the husband, Sean Hunter, is turning his role into reality. He gave his real girlfriend a Peloton for Christmas and posted a photo of them on Instagram, saying, "Here's hoping this goes over better the second time."
2nd deadly military training accident this week
CBS News has confirmed there's been a second deadly accident this week involving service members on a training exercise. Marine Pfc. Christian Bautista, 21, was killed Sunday when a vehicle he was in rolled over at a Marine Corps training facility in Bridgeport, California.
Back in 1977, Arnold made his first appearance on 60 Minutes
In 1977 Arnold made his first appearance on 60 Minutes in a memorable interview with Morley Safer.
Exercise, diet may help in cancer battle
Exercise can improve survival rates in colon cancer patients, according to a new study by the New England Journal of Medicine. Another study by the American Society of Clinical Oncology suggests that melanoma patients on high-fiber diets responded better to treatments. Dr. Jennifer McQuade, a melanoma medical oncologist at MD Anderson Cancer Center, joins "CBS Morning News" to break down the studies.
6 stretches to try for a better night sleep
Stretching can be a beneficial step to add to your bedtime routine, experts say. Here are some moves to consider.
New workout aims to make exercise fun
Americans who are making New Year’s resolutions may struggle to keep them as early as next week. Many have said they want to focus on health and well-being, but sticking to a new exercise regime can be a challenge. A new workout technology aims to keep users involved by making exercise fun.
Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here's how to tell.
Looking to amp up your exercise as part of your New Year's resolutions? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.
Exercising like this could give those over 40 extra years of life, research says
Exercising like the most active 25% of Americans can help those over 40 add an extra 5 years to their life on average, according to new research.
Mornings Memory: 1966 physical fitness test
In today's Mornings Memory, we look back to 1966 when CBS News aired "The National Sports and Physical Fitness Test." The interactive segment quizzed viewers on personal habits, sports trivia, and outdoor skills.
Top 10 fittest cities in the United States, revealed
The rankings, from the American College of Sports Medicine and the Elevance Health Foundation, are based on 33 health indicators, including different health behaviors and outcomes.
Wrist weights are a trendy hack for toned arms, but are they safe?
A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it may be. Here's what experts say.
Richard Simmons, fitness guru, dies at age 76
Richard Simmons devoted his life to making people sweat with his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos.
Peloton, once hailed as the future of fitness, is now sucking wind
Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy exits as it lays off more staff. What's ailing the fitness company?
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Grandmother breaks world planking record
The former vice principal spends hours planking every day while she watches movies and even studied for her master's degree.
Preventative health care, screenings guide
CBS News HealthWatch compiled a series of guides for preventative care and screenings to stay on top of your health at different ages throughout your life. Dr. Celine Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for public health at the Kaiser Family Foundation, breaks down the advice.
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.
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.
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.
What donors to Trump's White House ballroom stand to gain from the federal government
Dozens of companies and wealthy individuals have given money toward President Trump's $300 million White House ballroom project. Many have also sought favorable policies from his administration.
At least 4 killed in Ukraine after Russian missile and drone attacks
Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine overnight into Saturday killed at least four people and wounded 20, officials said.
U.S. sending aircraft carrier strike group to Latin America in major buildup
The U.S. is sending an aircraft carrier strike group to the waters off Latin America, dramatically increasing the number of service members and ships dedicated to countering narcotics traffickers.
Government shutdown hits Day 25 with no deal in sight
The government shutdown hit Day 25 with no deal in sight as the Senate stands adjourned for the weekend.
Honduran man killed on Virginia highway while fleeing ICE agents
Jose Castro-Rivera was in a vehicle that was stopped on a Virginia highway on Thursday morning, according to Virginia State Police.
Ireland's Catherine Connolly set to be president after rival concedes election
Connolly has garnered the backing of a range of left-leaning parties, including Sinn Féin, the Labour Party and the Social Democrats.
3 Chinese citizens arrested for attempting to illegally buy uranium
The suspects planned to transport the nuclear material to China through Russia, the security service said in a statement.
Kamala Harris leaves the door open for another presidential run
Former vice president Kamala Harris spoke about the possibility of a woman being in the White House one day in an interview with the BBC.
Inside Octagon House, one of D.C.'s oldest – and most haunted – homes
The Octagon is an approximately 10,000 square foot home designed by William Thornton, who served as the first architect of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.