Physical activity doesn’t need to be intense or lengthy to reap the mood-boosting benefits — including lowering the risk of ...

The physical activity guidelines define “moderate” exercise as at least 3 MET, but less than 6. Vigorous is 6 MET or more.

"The findings of this study suggest that maintaining a moderate level of physical activity approximately 17 MET-hours/week (i ...

“Our findings suggest that increasing physical activity, even as little as five minutes per day, can reduce dementia risk in ...

Walking is one of the best forms of exercise you can choose, but in order to be beneficial, you have to walk fast enough to ...

Regular exercise can boost immunity and help fight off infections. Here's how to exercise safely during the coronavirus ...

“Physiologically, circulating estrogen levels are much higher in females than in males, and estrogen can promote body fat ...

According to new research, men may need to exercise twice as much as women to lower their chances of getting coronary heart ...

New research from Australia overturns the old idea that exercise “uses up” heartbeats. It shows that fitter people actually use fewer total heartbeats each day thanks to their lower resting heart ...

A new study suggests women have to exercise far less than men to gain protection against coronary heart disease. Researchers ...

Nurses who perform moderate levels of exercise have a better quality of life because it enhances satisfaction, a new study finds. Burnout wasn’t linked with physical activity, but other factors such ...

Rodent experiments suggest a combination of moderate exercise and longer rest periods result in best healing outcomes.