Jennifer Aniston’s trainer wants you to jump in your workouts – here’s what to do if you hate it
If a fitness instructor ever utters the words ‘jump squats’ or ‘burpees’, my heart sinks. I’m a fairly…
Breaking a Sweat for the Story, and Glory
Times Insider explains who we are and what we do and delivers behind-the-scenes insights into how our journalism…
Study reveals widening inequality in leisure-time physical activity
A ten-year study of residents of the city of São Paulo, Brazil, revealed that leisure-time physical activity is…
Jet lag may disrupt athletes’ gut microbiome and slow recovery
Long-haul travel may do more than disturb sleep; it could also alter the gut microbiome in ways that…
Exercise Helps Hip Arthritis but the Relief May Be Hard to Notice
Exercise is still one of the most commonly recommended treatments for hip osteoarthritis, but a large review suggests…
UConn-made protein supplement is being studied. What it’s for.
A six-month study on an amino-acid supplement shake developed by UConn School of Medicine researchers for Parkinson’s patients…
Women are being lied to on social media about how to exercise – here’s why
“I’d love for women to get really clear information that’s based on the evidence because we have been…
Common Supplement Linked to Better Health in Study of 16,000 Older Adults
A new study suggests that a popular everyday vitamin may do more than fill nutritional gaps—it could also…
Why swimming is better than running for heart health
There is something special about the water itself Being in water appears to add a benefit over and…
A 20-Minute Agility Ladder Workout
Scott L. Delp first discovered agility ladders on his high school football team around 50 years ago. Back…
Are You Hydrated? Take Our Quiz and Find Out
As you toss sunscreen and snacks in your beach bag this summer, don’t forget your water bottle. Spending…
Preventive Neurologist Shares Tips to Help Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
When Dr. Kellyann Niotis first started studying neurology, she remembers learning about how to manage diseases like Alzheimer’s…