If you’ve scrolled through social media lately, you may have seen some chatter about cortisol—a stress hormone—and its supposed villainous effects on your body. Negative effects of cortisol have been ...

Upping your physical activity level may lower your risk of developing neuropsychiatric diseases such as anxiety, depression and dementia, according to new preliminary research. And the protection for ...

Don’t have time to get to the gym? You’re certainly not alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than a quarter of Americans don’t get any physical activity outside of ...

A study released this week offers more clues that help to explain why aerobic exercise is like 'Miracle-Gro' for the brain. Exercise has the power to increase cognitive functions and reduce your risk ...

Exercise increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, supporting memory and thinking. Strength training may enhance cognitive performance and slow brain degeneration. Aim for 30-45 minutes of ...

Need motivation to stay active in your golden years? Accumulating evidence suggests that about 22 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per day (150 mins/week) can significantly increase your odds of ...

Research: ‘Exercise may result in a reduction in depressive symptoms', potentially just as much as therapy or medication.

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