Walking eases fatigue among colon cancer patients
Regular physical activity—especially walking—can significantly reduce fatigue among people with colon cancer, a new study says.
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Fitness & Physical activity news
Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips
As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning.
Jan 7, 2026
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Exercise to treat depression may yield similar results to therapy
Exercise may reduce symptoms of depression to a similar extent as psychological therapy, according to an updated Cochrane review that appears in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. When compared with antidepressant ...
Jan 7, 2026
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The gender-stress gap: Women benefit most from a daily workout
If you are looking to lower your stress levels this year, hitting the gym—or going for a brisk walk—might be your best strategy, especially if you are a woman.
Jan 7, 2026
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Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it's not a cure-all
Health and fitness trends come and go, and many fads don't deliver on their promises—remember vibrating belts or sauna suits? Today, weighted vests, made from sturdy fabrics like nylon and filled with iron sand or small weights, ...
Jan 7, 2026
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Lifestyle interventions in pregnancy proven to reduce gestational diabetes risk
Researchers at the University of Liverpool have led the largest study to date demonstrating the significant benefits of lifestyle interventions in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes.
Jan 7, 2026
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Foiled by fitness? Research sheds light on why our workout plans go awry
You know you should exercise, but you make a solid plan to do it … and then, in the decisive moment, you opt out. Why do many people choose to forgo their planned daily exercise again and again?
Jan 7, 2026
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2025 was the year protein 'jumped the shark'
Thirty years ago, when I began studying protein metabolism, I would never have guessed that 2025 would be spent explaining why more protein is not always better.
Jan 7, 2026
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How hot is too hot? Here's what to consider when exercising in the heat
If you like to exercise outdoors, summer gives you more chance to catch the daylight. It's often easier to get out of bed and still light when you finish work.
Jan 7, 2026
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Amid a rise in knee injuries, tips for prevention and recovery
Does it seem like the number of people you know who have sustained knee injuries has increased recently? That's likely because of a rising incidence rate in acute knee injuries, as documented and analyzed in a 2022 study.
Jan 7, 2026
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