Our bones support more than just a few essential functions in the body. Not only do they provide a robust framework to hold our body upright (an incredible feat in itself!), they coordinate with our ...

It seems like you can't go anywhere without seeing someone wearing a weighted vest. They're at the gym, on hiking trails, in public parks and on social media feeds, where influencers claim wearing one ...

"Exercise is good for your health" is a well-known phrase, but few people can clearly explain how and why it benefits the human body." A joint research team, led by Dr. Yong Ryoul Yang of the Aging ...

Three experts on bone health explain why your bone density is important, and the types of exercise that can help.

The more we move, the more our muscle cells begin to make a memory of that exercise. MIT Technology Review Explains: Let our writers untangle the complex, messy world of technology to help you ...

If you want to age well, you probably already know the basics: eat a balanced diet, go for walks, stay socially engaged. But there’s one habit that experts say matters just as much—and in some cases, ...

The human skeleton — our internal framework that includes bones and cartilage — evolved over millions of years. It comprises an axial skeleton, which consists of the skull and the spine, as well as an ...

Jennifer James has previously received funding from the National Institute for Health Research. For a long time, dieting and exercise were the only realistic options for many people who wanted to lose ...

Denise Austin shared a cardio workout on Instagram. The 67-year-old demonstrated a simple one-minute move to “blast fat.” The workout is also “good for your bones,” Austin said in the video. “Let’s ...

For women, the muscle and joint pains of aging could be linked to a loss of estrogen. A few lifestyle changes can make a big difference. By Danielle Friedman When Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic ...

Bone broth, a nutrient-rich liquid made from simmering animal bones in water, is one of those health trends that just keeps ...