Short, intense bursts of activity – such as climbing the stairs or carrying heavy shopping – could reduce the risk of heart attacks, stroke and heart failure in women by up to 45%, a study suggests.

Logging hours in the gym isn't the only way to reap the health benefits of exercise. Just four to five minutes of "vigorous physical activity" could reduce cancer risk significantly among people who ...

Recent scientific investigations have revealed compelling evidence about the impact of strategic hyperhydration on athletic performance. This advanced approach to hydration extends beyond traditional ...

Share on Pinterest Short bouts of intense exercise could help reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events, especially in women.Image credit: Maksim Tarasov/Stocksy. Past studies show that getting ...

The top two causes of death worldwide are cardiovascular disease and cancer. Both conditions are associated with well-known risk factors, including low levels of physical activity. A large, new ...

You sit at a desk all week, then suddenly transform into an athlete on weekends, pushing your body through intense hikes, pickup basketball games, or marathon yard work sessions. This all-or-nothing ...

Share on Pinterest Daily intense activity can include taking the stairs, speedwalking or lugging heavy bags of groceries. Cavan Images/Getty Images A new study finds a few minutes of vigorous activity ...

The results of a recent study in JAMA Oncology suggest that even short periods of intense, intermittent physical activity are associated with a lower risk for cancer. This activity could be a ...