In general, exercise has numerous benefits for an individual’s health, including weight loss and the reduced risk of certain diseases. As a trainer, I encourage my clients to aim for at least 30 ...

The word “calorie” may bring up thoughts of nutrition labels and treadmill readouts, but really calories are just units of energy. Your car runs on gas, your house runs on electricity, and your body ...

In the fitness world, there’s a saying that the “best” type of exercise is the one you will do most often. Whether you’re beginning a new exercise program, returning after some time away or simply ...

There's been a movement to focus on how physical activity makes you feel in recent years—and for good reason. Recent research points to the mental health benefits of exercise, including its effects on ...

One of the benefits of exercise is that it burns more calories than sitting around being sedentary. (I would argue that this is the least interesting benefit of exercise, compared to improving your ...

Mercey Livingston is a health and wellness writer and certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She's written about fitness and wellness for Well+Good, Women's Health, Business Insider, and ...

Ever wonder why your walking buddy seems to burn way more calories than you, even though you’re doing the exact same 10,000 steps? Here’s what I found out: those generic calorie calculators are ...

You’ve likely heard that you’re supposed to get 10,000 steps every day to stay healthy. After all, walking has tons of benefits, such as improving heart health, immunity, and even your mood. But when ...

There are so many reasons to run, including spending time in nature, taking a break from scrolling social media, and hanging with like-minded people. One of the most common reasons people turn to the ...