More stories about "Physical Fitness"

Being Physically Active May Lower Chronic Disease Risk

Leaving your chair often may help improve your metabolism and overall health.

An Extra 2,000 Steps a Day May Help Lower Your Heart Attack Risk

Choosing to walk may help reduce your risk of heart attack by 10 percent.

Exercising While Expecting May ImproveYour Child's Vascular Function

Moderate physical activity may benefit both the expectant mother and her unborn child.

Physical Activity May Boost Kids' Learning Abilities

Letting your child exercise through sports or play may improve his brain function.

Help Teens Lose Weight by Improving Their Mental and Emotional Well-Being

Achieving weight loss and total wellness isn't just about exercising and dieting.

Girl Power: 10 Tips on Building Strength

The Peninsula Manila trainer Argie Samson gives us a clue on how to increase our muscle power.

Exercise May Help Lessen Your Feelings of Anxiety

Stressed out? Getting physical may be the answer to your woes.

Having Little Physical Activity at Age 18 May Increase Suicide Risk Later on in Life

Swedish researchers reveal an interesting link between exercise and our emotional development.

Total Amount of Exercise More Important Than Frequency, Says Study

It's not how often you exercise that counts, but how much total exercise you get.

Good Physical Health May Improve Attention Span and Reaction Time

Getting physical isn't only a matter of keeping your body in shape; study shows that your mind can also benefit from it.

Physically Active Kids Are More Likely to Have Stronger Bones

Those ballet and karate classes are not just keeping kids preoccupied this summer--they're also helping them develop strong and sturdy bones.

Swimming May Encourage Early Skill Development in Children

Exposing your child to the pool at an early age may help him reap physical and cognitive benefits.

Showbiz Strongman: Luis Manzano's Three Stay-Healthy Tips

The actor-host shares how he keeps up with a grueling schedule without breaking a sweat.

15 Workout Routines You Can Do at Home

No time to go to gym? Here are simple exercises that can help you strengthen and tone your body in the comfort of your own home.