From running up stairs, to rigorous gardening: these everyday activities could boost your health and help you live longer.

“The results showed that individuals who were physically active performed better in these cognitive tests, demonstrating ...

Share on Pinterest New research shows how physical activity and good sleep work together to promote health. Justin Paget/Getty Images Study shows physical activity and quality sleep have synergistic ...

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical activity is an important component of a healthy lifestyle and can improve health outcomes across the lifespan. When we are healthy, we’re more capable of ...

Senior women were less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment or dementia if they did more daily walking and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, according to a new study led by the Herbert ...

Structural and Functional Decline.With advancing age, structural and functional deterioration occurs in most physiological systems, even in the absence of discernable disease. [152] These age-related ...

Digital gaming has generally been perceived to increase individuals’ sedentary time. According to a new dissertation, gaming can also act as a medium to promote health. Exergaming is a form of digital ...

Regular physical activity, including lighter intensity activities such as walking, is associated with reduced risk of hip and total fracture in postmenopausal women, according to new UB research.

People often gather around sports activities, whether they are the ones exercising or the ones cheering. This internationally recognized social interest brings everyone together seamlessly, regardless ...

A new academic report from Abertay University and the University of the West of Scotland has highlighted challenges affecting physical activity in Scotland and calls for changes to the policy and ...