The question of how much vigorous activity we should get has made for some hot debates in recent years. Some studies have suggested that we should routinely engage in vigorous exercise to prevent ...

A little exertion can go a long way in improving health, according to a new study. The research, published Thursday in the journal Nature Medicine, suggests that short bursts of intense movement — the ...

Short bursts of movement throughout the day — no matter how small — can help the heart, especially for women, research published Tuesday found. The study, published in the British Journal of Sports ...

Does it really make a difference whether you include vigorous physical activity into an otherwise moderate workout mix? It does, if you want to live longer, according to a recent study in JAMA ...

People with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), whether or not they are competitive athletes, needn't be routinely advised against vigorous exercise or upping the intensity of their daily activity, ...

Vigorous physical activity appeared to preserve cognitive function in older adults with hypertension, a post hoc analysis showed. Hypertension is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline ...

In the ongoing battle against the bulge, scientists have long sought to understand the intricate relationship between exercise and appetite. Now, groundbreaking research from the University of ...

If you do just one thing to fight fat, exercise might be the way to go, judging by a new study. Consider the study's results: Inactivity led to a buildup of fat deep inside the belly. Modest amounts ...

Expectant mothers receive an avalanche of information about potential risks to their baby. There's a growing list of foods, toxins and environmental threats to avoid. It's normal for this to lead to ...