Fitness

Taking a long nap before your workout can actually be detrimental to your results. That's not to say, though, that all pre-workout naps are bad for you.

Having the urge to pee can completely derail even the most intense workout, but fortunately there are plenty of things you can do to calm an anxious bladder.

While some people may find the notion of exercising to be tiresome and unappealing, others may actually develop an addiction to it. Here's what experts say.

It's normal to want to lose as much weight as you can within the shortest possible time, but is that safe? Here's what rapid weight loss does to the body.

Some people take Advil before they exercise in the hope of avoiding sore muscles after. Is this practice safe? Here's what you need to know.

As you grow older, exercise starts to serve more of a purpose than just for aesthetics or weight loss. In fact, even simple exercises can help save your life.

The basics of weight loss are simple. You burn off more calories than you consume. But, if you're not eating enough calories, this could affect your muscles.

Exercising and sneezing aren't exactly two things we often think of together, but for some people, they go hand in hand. Here's what this means.

Struggling to get a bit of exercise in your busy daily routine? You don't need a gym membership to stay fit; just do these simple workouts, even during errands.

Do you want to have stronger arms, but have trouble figuring out how to fit an arm workout into your busy schedule? You'll want to read about this study.

While people are often advised to avoid sex before a big game, research shows that this may be nothing more than a myth. Here's what the science has to say.

While it may seem like just about any kind of protein powder can do the job when it comes to building muscle, not all protein powders are created equal.

GOGA Goat Yoga was founded in 2017, and was featured in a 2019 episode of Shark Tank. Here's what's happened to the company and its founders since then.

Brushing your teeth is something you do every day, maybe even twice a day. Why not double your benefit by doing this easy core exercise at the same time?

Whether you're torn between cardio machines at the gym, or considering a home setup, deciding between a stationary bike or an elliptical machine can be tough.

Why do you gag and possibly vomit when hitting the blacktop for your run? There are a few common reasons and it's important to know what they are.

People who are old enough might remember Suzanne Somers' commercials for her ThighMaster. Does the device really work as advertised?

Often people will visit a physical therapist after they've had an injury. But, did you know that it be helpful even if you don't currently have an injury?

For some, going to the gym isn't all it's cracked up to be. They could feel like exercise makes their anxiety worse. Here's why it happens and what you can do.

If you're one of the few who actually enjoy leg day, you may want to add the Death March lunge to your workout. Here's how to properly do this viral move.

While many of us may be less motivated to exercise outdoors during the wintertime, there could be some serious health benefits to exercising in the cold.

When your primary exercise goal is to lose stubborn fat, you'll definitely want to know where your fat burning zone lies. Here are the simplest ways to do so.

You may have been avoiding eating carbohydrates after your nighttime run because you're concerned that you'll gain weight. But should you really be doing that?

Do you feel tension in your neck, shoulders, and back after a long day of sitting at your desk? If so, then the dead hang exercise is for you.

You're in the middle of an intense workout session and experience the taste of blood in your mouth. What does it mean? Should you be worried?

A good pre-run snack can make or break your long-distance workout. But is a protein bar a good choice, or a bad one? Here's what a registered dietitian said.

If you've been advised to exercise to lower your high cholesterol but you don't want to hurt your joints, then these low-impact exercises are for you.