Muscle mass declines with age, but experts point to a simple solution that can improve both health and well-being.

You can run all the miles on the road and do as many speed sessions on the track that you want, but the secret to getting that next PR likely comes in the gym. And we don’t mean more treadmill runs.

At 17, Winnie Yu was a high school track-and-field runner with a bright future. When Yu’s parents encouraged her to try sports in middle school, they didn’t expect she’d fall in love with ...

A growing body of research suggests strength training can help preserve cognition and improve brain health as you age. Experts explain the best way to work strength training into your routine.

Strength training is an important aspect of fitness. But you may find it daunting when you glance at the weights or complicated machines at the gym, wondering how to use them. Luckily, there’s an ...

When it comes to increasing your levels of physical activity, anything is better than nothing. "I always tell my clients that the best exercise is the one you're willing to do," says Austin "Ozzie" ...

Ageing doesn't have to be synonymous with physical deterioration and loss of vitality. But when we hit 50, should we prioritise cardio or strength training to maintain our health? Maybe it's even ...

Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...

Strength training does a body good — and that includes your heart. It’s the focus of Start TODAY’s June workout plan, called the Summer Strong Challenge. Anytime a person builds muscle, it boosts ...

A study of 62 people found that strength training and quiet rest can reduce symptoms of depression as well as quiet rest. There isn't as much research on the impact of lifting (compared to aerobic ...

If you’re over 65 and want to start strength training, try this workout plan ...

It's worth being clear about what this study can and can't tell us. It was observational, so although it can show a strong ...