In short: A major study of more than 14,000 people has found some types of exercise can be better than anti-depressants alone. Researchers say it doesn't matter how many times a week you exercise, but ...

Objective To estimate the efficacy of exercise on depressive symptoms compared with non-active control groups and to determine the moderating effects of exercise on depression and the presence of ...

As a person ages, it is important to stay as physically active as possible. This helps maintain muscle mass and improve overall health. Certain exercises, such as walking, cycling, and yoga, are low ...

Correspondence to Dr Parco M Siu, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong; pmsiu{at}hku.hk Data sources Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Scopus and ...

When you head to your weekly yoga class or lift weights at the gym, you’re doing something good for your physical health: getting more fit today, and so protecting your body into the future. What you ...

Exercise may help improve heart health and overall fitness in people with heart failure. However, these individuals should get the approval of a healthcare professional before starting an exercise ...

Aerobic exercise may help slow Alzheimer’s progression by reducing beta-amyloid and tau proteins. Exercise may improve cognitive function, sleep, mood, and physical fitness. A physically active ...

The trial, in people treated for colon cancer, showed clear evidence that an exercise program lowered the risk of disease recurrence and death. By Nina Agrawal A first-of-its kind study adds powerful ...

Stress surrounds us every day in subtle and substantial ways. Although we can’t eliminate stress from daily life, research shows that by intentionally stressing our bodies through exercise, we can ...

Runners in Hawaii exercise at sunset. Exercise has profound effects on brain structure and provides more subtle mental health benefits as well. Sean M. Haffey / Getty Images for IRONMAN Mental health ...

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