Napoleon can be partly blamed for Gen Z's weightlifting obsession—here's why
More than one-quarter of young adults in Britain now say their gym memberships matter more to them than vacations or eating out.
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More daily steps over a long period linked to better attention and decision-making
Walking a few extra steps can help your cognitive health go the extra mile. Physical activity has time and again proven its benefits for both mind and body. Regular physical activity, such as walking, is associated with lower ...
Step up: How to build a walking habit, 500 steps at a time
Starting a walking routine takes very little: comfortable, supportive shoes and your own two feet.
Oct 15, 2026
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Bending over on the job increases miscarriage risk, study says
Jobs that require pregnant women to bend over could be increasing their risk of miscarriage, a new study says.
Oct 8, 2026
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Almost everyone naturally turns left when walking—and we still have no idea why
This story began, like so many in the history of science, with something we were not looking for. In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, we were studying a practical question: How do people move around in an enclosed space ...
Sep 30, 2026
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When the brain gets tired, endurance suffers
After a day spent perusing reports, juggling emails, resolving conflicts and making decisions, a bike ride will seem more taxing, even though your legs aren't any weaker. To shed light on this phenomenon, Benjamin Pageaux, ...
Sep 22, 2026
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Most sports parents say there's more good than harm in youth sports
Sports parents overwhelmingly say the benefits of organized competition outweigh the drawbacks for them and their children, a new survey has found.
Sep 21, 2026
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Older athletes show aging need not bring major losses in fitness or independence
The poet Dylan Thomas famously wrote, "old age should burn and rave at close of day"—and a high-profile cohort of professional athletes seems to be taking him literally.
Sep 6, 2026
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Break a sweat, hear more? Early results point to a surprising link between fitness and speech perception
It's easy to take hearing for granted.
Sep 4, 2026
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Higher cardiorespiratory fitness associated with a slower age-related decline in kidney function
As Japan's population continues to age, age-related declines in kidney function and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are becoming increasingly prevalent, underscoring the need for effective preventive strategies. Despite growing ...
Aug 20, 2026
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