Fact checked by Jennifer Klump Key Takeaways Exercising four times a week for six weeks can help make it a habit.Start with ...

There is growing evidence that the structural deterioration of the brain associated with older age can be prevented if a long-term habit of aerobic exercise begins in mid-life. Recent findings suggest ...

Truth is, you could be thinking about exercise in all the wrong ways and that's because exercise should be a reward. Truth is, you could be thinking about exercise in all the wrong ways and that's ...

Do a quick internet search and you’ll find hundreds of fitness programs. Each one will tell you which exercises to do, how to perform them, and how many sets and reps you should do. The reality is ...

AMES, Iowa – Weight loss is often the goal for anyone starting a new exercise routine. It’s a good motivator, but Iowa State University health experts say weight is not the only factor to consider if ...

AMES, Iowa – Developing any habit—good or bad—starts with a routine, and exercise is no exception. The trick is making exercise a habit that is hard to break. According to a new Iowa State University ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that men have two drinks or fewer each day, while women stick to a ...

AMES — The morning alarm is more than a signal that it’s time to get up — for many people it means it’s time to hit the gym. But if exercise is not a habit, that cue from the alarm may trigger a ...

On the Saturday after Thanksgiving I sat in my childhood bedroom. Since my move to Boston in 2017 and despite my resistance, my father has transformed it into his new office. I was getting ready to ...

The difference between those who maintain long-term fitness success and those who struggle often comes down to a simple truth: sustainable results don’t come from occasional heroic efforts but from ...

Making exercise a regular habit can be difficult for many people. A new study suggests that tailoring it to your personality might help. You’re more likely to make exercise a habit if you enjoy doing ...

Eight trainers explain why runners should include walking in their exercise schedules and how to make the habit stick.