Regularly engaging in a variety of physical activities such as walking, cycling, and swimming, may be the best way to prolong ...

What do swimming, ten-pin bowling and horse riding have in common? They’re all healthy activities that the whole family can enjoy. With modern life becoming increasingly chaotic, finding time for ...

Strong social connections and regular physical activity work together to support healthier, happier lives in older adults.

As New Year's resolutions roll around again, the vow to lead a more active lifestyle often tops the list—but it doesn't have to be tough to do, says a University of Alberta physical activity expert.

When we think about how to make our lives healthier, we try diet and exercise changes first. But this activity boosts health ...

Experts have long known that strong social networks and physical activity help older adults stay healthier. Until now, ...

Simple nature-based activities can reduce stress, sharpen focus, and improve mental health—no wilderness or special gear required.

Regularly doing a mix of different types of physical activity may be best for prolonging the lifespan, but the associations aren't linear, pointing to a possible optimal threshold effect, suggests ...

A novel study investigating how physical activity and diet quality interact with different levels and patterns of alcohol consumption shows that healthy eating and increased levels of physical ...

New research from the University of South Australia challenges conventional wisdom about sedentary behavior and its effects on brain health. The groundbreaking study reveals that certain types of ...