Maintaining good leg circulation is vital for overall vascular health, preventing issues like swelling and pain. Natural ...

If you’ve ever been jolted awake by sudden pain in your calf or thigh, you know how uncomfortable leg cramps can be. These involuntary muscle contractions can strike anytime—during sleep, after ...

If you walk regularly, you probably already know the difference a good stretch afterwards can make. But did you know that a warm-up can also be beneficial? Dr Syd Young (they/them) is a certified ...

Too many of us, myself included, spend too much time sitting, hunched over a screen, and our bodies are paying the price. By 3 pm, do you get that heavy, tired feeling in your calves? You’re not alone ...

Scientists are reporting the first compelling evidence in people that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that typically declines with age. A 10-week study of people 65 or older ...

Bone density refers to how much calcium and other minerals make up your bones. When your bones have more minerals, they have a higher bone density, meaning they're stronger and less likely to break.

Our hips play a role in lots of everyday movements, like walking, climbing stairs and getting up and down from a chair. As such, it’s hard to ignore them when they feel stiff and sore. Dr Erin ...

We’ve known for a while that exercise can help combat sleep issues and, in turn, help you function at a better capacity. But a new study, recently published in the journal BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine, ...

A few weeks ago my 9-year-old told me her friend said the goal of exercise was to burn 400 calories a day. I was surprised and concerned. I'd hoped to protect her from body image concerns longer. Part ...

Adopting and maintaining healthy habits can enhance the quality of life for adults over the age of 65. You can make routine changes — both big and small — that can significantly affect how you feel ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It's one thing to trip up the stairs or over an uneven sidewalk slab every once in a while. But as you ...

Jakob Roze, CSCS, is a health writer and high-end personal trainer. He is the founder and CEO of RozeFit, a high-end concierge personal training practice and online blog. The muscles in your lower ...