Fitness - Health Digest

Jay Wilson

The Best Cool Down Stretches To Do After A Workout

So you've worked out and now you're ready to cool down. Well, we've got some excellent stretching exercises that will help you do just that.

Ruth Clark

What Aerobic Exercise Can Do For Your Cancer Risk

There are many lifestyle choices you can make to help reduce your chance of developing cancer. Here's what aerobic exercise can do for your cancer risk

Jay Wilson

The Best Exercises For Easing Vertigo Symptoms

While vertigo isn't a disease in itself, there are exercises to reduce vertigo symptoms that can run in tandem with treatment for the condition causing it.

Melissa Lee

8 Of The Best Online Cycling Classes You Can Take At Home

If you'd like to start taking cycling classes from home, it can be a bit overwhelming to choose the best one for your lifestyle. Here are 8 of the best options.

Beth Bradford

The Best Workouts To Strengthen Your Rotator Cuff

We can easily get an impingement in the rotator cuff when we wear down tendons or muscles. Here are a few stretches and exercises to strengthen your shoulders.

Beth Bradford

Exercises That Will Give You The Same Benefits As Burpees

Love them or hate them, burpees are a popular exercise move. Here are a few other exercise moves that can give you the same benefits as a burpee.

Beth Bradford

How Dorsiflexion Can Make You A Better Runner

Running can be a rewarding pastime, but injuries are common. Find out how dorsiflexion can help you run better and even prevent running injuries.

Jay Wilson

The Best Exercises For Parkinson's Disease

For those with Parkinson's, exercise can help manage symptoms and even slow the disease's progression. Here are the best exercise options.

Beth Bradford

The Bad Fitness Habits That Are Aging Your Body Faster

While a fitness routine can have many anti-aging benefits, there are some things that do more harm than good. Find out what exercise habits can age you faster.

Angela Todd

Hypertrophy Versus Strength: What's The Difference?

In order to get a good grasp of what hypertrophy and strength training is, you'll need to understand the differences between the two workouts.

Beth Bradford

The Best Stretches For Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit doctors. Stretching exercises may help. These are some of the best stretches for your lower back.

Olivia Bria

What Scott Jurek Eats The Morning Of A Big Race - Exclusive

What does Scott Jurek feast on before a big race starts? The ultramarathon champion told Health Digest what's on his menu before approaching the startling line.

Jay Wilson

The Best Pilates Moves To Strengthen Your Core

Pilates is an excellent exercise. Let's take a look at the best moves to strengthen your core.

Olivia Bria

Scott Jurek's Tip For Staying Motivated While Running - Exclusive

Running legend Scott Jurek is no stranger to difficult physical feats. Here is his tip for staying motivated while running.

Jay Wilson

Exercises To Try And Exercises To Avoid If You Have A Herniated Disc

If you have a herniated disc, you don't have to stop exercising altogether, but there are some moves you're going to want to avoid until you've recovered.

Catherine Caruso

Why You Should Add Squat Jacks To Your Workout Routine

If you're looking for an effective exercise that combines both cardio and strength training, you might want to try adding squat jacks to your workout routine.

Olivia Bria

Ultramarathon Runner Scott Jurek On Post Race Meal And Motivation Tips - Exclusive Interview

How does ultramarathon runner Scott Jurek stay fueled? He spoke to Health Digest about his immediate post race choices for meals and motivations.

Sandy Masinter

Sandra Bullock's Diet And Workout Routine Explained

In an industry that scrutinizes every physical flaw, Hollywood star Sandra Bullock appears to have very few. Here's a look at her diet and workout routine.

Beth Bradford

Research Shows How You Can Still Gain Muscle Mass By Lowering Your Weights

Lifting weights is a great way to gain muscle strength, but lowering them is also important. Learn how lowering your weight helps gain muscle mass.

Niko Vercelletto

The Best Tricep Stretches After A Satisfying Arm Workout

Stretching exercises are important to create flexibility and prevent injury. These are the best tricep stretches that you should be doing after an arm workout.

Beth Bradford

Why You Should Be Skeptical Of Workouts Promoting 'Long And Lean' Muscles

Many popular workouts these days promote "long and lean" muscles as a benefit. Discover why you should be skeptical of workouts promising these results.

Brie Schmidt

How Beyonce Uses Music To Stay In Shape

Even if you don't have a celebrity-level personal trainer to help you stay in shape, your earphones may be enough to help you channel Beyoncé at the gym.

Catherine Caruso

The Best Exercises To Try If You Have Ulcerative Colitis

Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract. These are the best exercises to help manage symptoms when you have ulcerative colitis.

Beth Bradford

How To Properly Do A Burpee

If you've ever done a HIIT or boot camp, you're probably in a love/hate relationship with the burpee. Here's how to properly do burpees for your fitness level.

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Brynna Standen

Exercise To Help Stretch And Relieve Forearm Pain

We can experience pain in our forearms from a number of everyday tasks. Luckily, a few exercises should help stretch and ease some of the pain.

Lauren O'Connor

Simple Tips For Staying Healthy Over The Holidays

Keeping up with the momentum of holiday cheer can impact sleep habits, diet, and stress levels. Here are some tips for staying healthy over the holidays.

Anne Taylor

The Best Exercises To Help With Inner Knee Pain

The best exercises for inner knee pain may vary depending on the cause of the pain.