Fitness

Creatine is one of the most popular sports supplements, offering tangible benefits for gym-goers and pro athletes alike, but is there a best time to take it?

Kickboxing is a martial art that not only involves punching and footwork, but kicks as well. Did you know that it can benefit your mental health?

A popular strength training exercise with various variations is the lunge. If your body resists getting into a proper lunge, there are some fixes you can try.

Your respiratory system's job is to distribute fresh air throughout your body. Can this system ever get weak, and if so, what can you do about it?

Avoid that drink before your next workout.

Understanding how to safely lose water weight is important to not incur any harm to your body. Here are healthy ways to lose water weight safely and quickly.

If you aren't hitting your running goals as quickly as you would like, be patient with yourself — this may be due to your genetic makeup.

In just 30 years Planet Fitness has grown from one location to a popular international franchise. Here's everything you need to know about this gym chain.

A regular exercise routine during pregnancy is beneficial for your overall health, and one of the best ways to stay active during pregnancy is by swimming.

A recent study shows that in addition to the number of steps we walk, another important factor for improving our health is the pace at which we move.

Front squats are excellent for strength training and involve squatting with a barbell placed in front of the body. So which muscles do they work?

Exercise might have more of an impact on your immune system than previously thought. Here's why exercising after getting a vaccine is a good idea.

Slowing down after retirement isn't necessarily a bad thing, but you should always aim to stay active after you retire because it keeps your body healthy.

Squats are an effective lower body exercise that can help tone and strengthen your core, quads, and glutes. As it turns out, squats come in many variations.

Studies show that different styles of training can offer the same benefits as cardio workouts, so you don't need to feel limited in your choices.

Arthritis impacts the lives of more than 350 million people worldwide, but there are exercises you can do to help ease arthritis pain.

Being underweight can take a toll on your health. On the positive side, there are steps you can take to gain weight the healthy way.

Post-workout active recovery is as important as your workout. When you feel sore, your muscles will benefit more from these exercises than from doing nothing.

Tendon injuries can be painful and even debilitating. All the same, they're very common. See how the worst treatment for a tendon injury might surprise you.

There's one thing doctors, researchers, and lifestyle coaches unanimously agree on — getting regular physical exercise is good for you at every stage of life.

Fitness trackers often spend all day attached to our wrist, so it's no wonder that after a while, you might start to deal with some unpleasant skin irritation.

If you've felt your muscles burn during a tough workout session, you may have experienced a buildup of lactic acid. But what is it and how do you get rid of it?

Aerobic exercise benefits heart health and lung health, enhances mood, and can help with weight loss and longevity. Can it also strengthen your brain?

While it's common knowledge that squats work the lower legs, you may find yourself asking what specific muscles are used when a person does squats.

The American Heart Association recommends strength training twice a week, but what makes this type of exercise so important to our health and well-being?

Not all workouts are created equal. Assessing what your body needs before an exercise session, especially when you're tired, can help you make the right choice.

Saunas have been used for millennia, and even today, plenty of people use them either before or after their workouts. Which of these options is better?