I didn’t realize how much I was sitting down until I started thinking about it. I’ve never been a completely sedentary person, but when I considered the amount of hours I was on my butt, I figured I ...

We all know that regular exercise is key to maintaining a healthy weight. But clocking enough activity is often easier said than done. Gym memberships can be pricey. And if you have low mobility or a ...

When you sit down, your body naturally folds. That folding creates compression in the skin, fat, and connective tissue around ...

That comfortable chair might be quietly damaging your heart, even if you’re faithfully hitting the gym several times a week. Groundbreaking research published in the Journal of the American College of ...

Most older Americans understand that exercise reduces the likelihood of a long list of chronic diseases and conditions, including dementia. But a recent study has also linked sedentary behavior – the ...

You collapse onto the bench between every set, thinking you’re giving your muscles the rest they need to perform well on the next round. But sitting during rest periods might be sabotaging your ...

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM)—Seniors in Hattiesburg are getting in shape one song at a time at the Actively Prime fitness class. The class was started in March 2024 by fitness coach Damion Jones. Over ...

Dr. Shields is a physical therapist with a background in English Literature and a passion for healthcare and education. She hopes to combine her clinical expertise with her love of writing, establish ...

This ridiculously hard L-sit exercise works your entire body without moving a muscle. These are the progressions you can use to get strong enough to do it. Everyone likes a good challenge. That’s why ...

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