Today, let's dive into something that goes way beyond dumbbells and salads: how the simple act of moving our bodies can ...

Work hard in the gym, stay cool under pressure. The benefits of exercise have long been recognized, from improved heart ...

For many if not most of us, springtime brings a boost in mood and energy - we're drawn to the outdoors and become more physically active. This not only has positive effects on our cardiovascular ...

The way stress manifests is very much bodily, centred around hormones such as cortisol and their effect on us. But this process is triggered by the brain (notably the amygdala and the hypothalamus) ...

Hamilton, ON (October 6, 2014) – A research study out of McMaster University has found that only 40 per cent of Canadians exercise to cope with stress. The researchers analyzed data from Statistics ...

Better cardio fitness may lower anxiety during stressful moments and help people stay calmer on difficult days.

Here’s how to do each.

Chronic stress raises blood pressure. New research from Juntendo University, Japan, reveals that voluntary exercise prevents hypertension (high blood pressure) by restoring STAT3 levels in the ...

Rutgers gyms, especially the most crowded College Avenue Gym, can be intimidating. The weight rooms are packed with people benching weights and using machines — students who look like they know ...