Fitness and Exercise - Original Articles

An injury like this can often be prevented. All it takes is a little preparation and know-how.

When you feel as if you simply can't run another step or complete another rep, music may be just what you need.

Will caffeine help take away the pain? Read on to find out.

New studies suggest that working out may help prevent white blood cells from aging. The result? A healthier, more youthful body--both inside and out.

With no equipment or classes needed, avid exercisers can still get an effective strength and resistance workout.

Many experts believe these sugar-laden beverages are unnecessary for the average exerciser. And now, a new study is showing that sports drinks may also do damage to your teeth.

If there's such thing as a runner's high, could there also be a runner's low? In other words, is it possible for running to become a true addiction?

Read on for a heart-rate primer so that you can get the most cardiovascular benefits from your workout.

Many people living with fibromyalgia think that exercise will exacerbate their pain. The opposite is true. Exercise is actually one of the most beneficial treatments for fibromyalgia symptoms.

Here, 10 strategies to help you burn calories and shed unwanted pounds.

If the search for ultimate fitness came down to either cardio exercise or strength training, which would be the better choice?

Did you know that the sweaty exercise machines and steamy locker rooms can put you at risk for some nasty injuries and infections?

The debate ranges on about whether guys need cardio too. Maybe the issue is what kind of cardio and how much do you need.

As men age past 40, they lose muscle mass, bone density and their metabolic rate slows down- leaving men at risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain cancers. Exercise is one of the best ways prevent disease and ensure a good quality of life.

How can you make your workout weatherproof? By bringing your outdoor fitness routine indoors.

Read on for three fitness moves that will help you fix this so-called problem area.

Enhancing your performance may be as easy as getting a good night's sleep.

Most toddlers are naturally on the move. Use these exercises to get the most out of their desire to run, climb, and balance.

Researchers have found that even a five-minute walk can significantly cut cigarette cravings.

We've got 10 tips to make exercise a habit you'll never want to break.

By following these ten tips, you just may end up looking forward to your next workout.

Stretching is the last exercise men want to do. But it has important benefits for your health, both in the short term and in the future.

Have you or a loved one survived a life-threatening disease? Are you currently struggling with depression, chronic pain, heart disease, or other health-related condition? Have you gone to extraordinary lengths to help someone in a health crisis? If so, we want to hear from you!

Here, three ways to work your body (without stepping foot from your desk).

When pain is a part of your everyday life, it may be hard to differentiate between normal soreness and pain. Read on to find out how.

This common and painful condition could be hampering your workouts, but how do you know if you have it?

Do your children get outside to play for at least an hour a day? If not, they may be missing some important benefits that go along being active, including maintaining a healthy weight.

Could burning calories boost your IQ? While the stereotype of a low-IQ'd "muscle-head" may be true in some cases, studies tend to show the opposite.

If you've got a few extra pounds that won't seem to bulge no matter how much you diet and exercise, food allergies could be to blame.

Recent reports are questioning whether some of the most popular ab exercises are effective--or even safe.