Runners put a lot of thought into how much they must eat and drink to endure a 26.2-mile marathon, properly fueling their bodies to sustain a record-setting pace.
But the quality of the air they huff and puff during endurance events could also play a key role in their pe...
Heavy-duty endurance exercise can cause body fat levels to drop without any accompanying weight loss, a new small-scale study indicates.
A group of eleven middle-aged men who cycled 710 miles in seven days lost only about 1% of their total weight, because they ate and dr...
Athletes who push themselves to maximum performance don't appear to pay a price when it comes to their longevity, a new study says.
Looking for a workout that will chase the blues away?
Try walking, jogging, yoga or strength training, which a new study reports are the most effective exercises for easing depression. These activities can be used on their own or combined with medication and psychotherap...
Dreary, chilly winter days might cause some year-round runners to think twice about their jog, but recent research suggests the benefits of cold weather running outweigh those of running in warmer conditions.
Specifically, cold weather can help runners burn more bad fat,...
Exercise has been dubbed "nature's antidepressant" by doctors for years, and now a new study confirms the notion.
The finding follows a four-month look at the impact that running had on anxiety and depression when compared to a common antidepressant.
SSRIs (selecti...
A good sports bra provides more than sturdy support alone for female runners.
The increased breast support affects biomechanics in other parts of the body -- and, a new study shows, the right sports bra could actually boost a woman's running performance by 7%.
"Our...
New research offers up some good news for diehard marathon runners: You don't necessarily have to give up running if you are experiencing hip or knee pain.
Contrary to widespread opinion, running marathons does not increase your risk for developing hip or knee osteoarthr...
Running is a fantastic workout. It burns fat, improves heart function and strengthens bones.
Yet, that first step out the door in a new pair of running shoes might seem intimidating. It can also cause injury if you're not properly prepared.
That's why it's helpfu...
When it comes to picking the best exercise to lose weight, there is no one right answer.
That's because the right answer is variety, mixing and matching types of exercise to keep the body guessing and improving.
"The body adapts to the demands we put on it," said...
Playing sports can benefit children in many ways, but all sports are not equal when it comes to their bones.
New research suggests children w...
Tempted to take your workout into the great outdoors?
Be aware that there are both benefits and risks to exercising outdoors during the winter.
Dirty air could cancel out some of the brain benefits of exercise, a new study suggests.
"Physical activity is associated with improved markers of brain health in areas with lower air pollution," said study author Melissa Furlong. "However, some beneficial effects essent...
COVID-19 shouldn't keep budding athletes on the sidelines. But it's critical to keep them safe from the coronavirus while playing sports.
The National Athletic Trainers' Association has some timely tips.
COVID vaccines for those 12 and older have been a game change...