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Nov 30, 2014

Jawbone UP Move Fitness Tracker Review

Jawbone's new UP Move fitness trackers will track your steps taken, distance traveled, calories burned and hours slept, and can motivate fitness newbies to see whether their daily activities translate into lax or rigorous workout routines. There are two ways to wear the UP Move, a circular device not much...

Nov 30, 2014

Weight Training Helps Keep Men's Waistline from Expanding

People who lift weights every day may accumulate less belly fat over the years, compared with people who spend the same amount of time doing aerobic exercises, according to a new study. The results come from a study among men. Combining weight training and aerobic activity, which is particularly beneficial...

Oct 31, 2014

The Human Race: Will We Keep Breaking Running Records?

Just over a month ago, Dennis Kimetto of Kenya ran the fastest marathon ever, finishing the Berlin Marathon with a record-setting time of 2 hours, 2 minutes and 57 seconds. This means that for more than 26 miles (42 kilometers), Kimetto kept up a blisteringly fast average pace of 4...

Jun 30, 2014

What is Bikram Yoga?

Bikram yoga is a form of yoga popularized by Bikram Choudhury in the 1970s in California. The patented practice involves repeating the same 26 poses in set cycles over a 90-minute class. Bikram yoga instructors go through a nine-week training program in which they learn the set practice and dialogue....

May 31, 2014

New Exercise Perk: Healthier Gut Bacteria

Exercise is good for the heart, lungs and mind, and now we can add gut bacteria to the list, a new study from Ireland suggests. Researchers looked at professional rugby players and found that these elite athletes had a more diverse collection of bacteria in their digestive systems than other...

Apr 30, 2014

Splash! How to Save a Wet Fitness Tracker

Some fitness trackers on the market are waterproof; some, you can even wear while swimming. Others resist a little water, for example sweat, splashes or showers, and a few are built only for dry activities and might get damaged if submerged in water. But accidents happen. Here are some tips...

Aug 31, 2015

Apple Watch Credited with Saving Life: What Conditions Can It Detect?

A Massachusetts teen says the Apple Watch saved his life, by alerting him that his heart rate was much higher than normal, leading to a diagnosis of a life-threatening condition. Experts say the gadget — and similar devices — could potentially detect alterations in people's heart rates that might be...

Mar 31, 2015

Even a Little Walking Can Improve Your Health, Study Suggests

Want to reduce your risk of dying at a young age? Try walking casually for as little as 2 minutes per hour. While it is well known that intense exercise can help you get fitter, a new study has found that even a little exercise can still go a long...

Dec 31, 2014

Bluetooth Pacifiers and Smart Armchairs: CES' Best Health Tech

LAS VEGAS — The largest display of consumer electronics on the planet, CES, kicked off here on Monday (Jan. 6). Among the nearly 20,000 gizmos on display are a huge assortment of technologies designed with health and wellness in mind. As expected, visitors to this year's CES will see an...

Dec 31, 2014

Best Yoga Apps

One of the nice things about yoga is that it can be done just about anywhere. With a mat (or a pair of sticky yoga socks) and a few minutes of free time, you can get in a mind/body workout. Sometimes, though, a little inspiration helps. Dozens of yoga apps...

Jul 31, 2016

Here's What Olympians Eat for Each Sport

Just what does it take to power Simone Biles' signature half-twisting double backflip or Allyson Felix's lightning-fast sprint? It turns out, the amount Olympians eat can vary tremendously depending not only on the events they're competing in, but also their body type and lifestyle outside the Olympic arena. The average...

Sep 30, 2017

Man Says Apple Watch App Helped Detect Blood Clot, Saved His Life

A New York man is crediting an Apple Watch app with saving his life, after the app helped him detect signs of a life-threatening blood clot. Last Friday (Oct. 13), James Green who lives in Brooklyn, tweeted: Never thought a stupid lil wrist computer I bought two years ago would...

May 31, 2017

Downward Dog, Doctor's Order: Yoga Could Ease Back Pain

To ease low back pain, you may want try a downward dog: A new study suggests that doing yoga may be as effective as physical therapy for reducing low back pain. The study looked at a specific yoga routine designed by experts. Some yoga poses could be harmful to the...

Apr 30, 2017

Combining Aerobic and Resistance Exercise Works Best for Older Adults

People who are both elderly and obese face a tough conundrum: Weight loss is critical for health and mobility, but weight loss can also lead to a decline in muscle and bone mass. The trick for this doubly challenged group is to achieve weight loss without increasing the risk of...

Apr 30, 2017

Why Do Men Run Faster Than Women?

Running is a sport that both men and women enjoy, whether they're racing in a 5K or a marathon, or competing for a team or their country while speeding around a track. But no matter the venue, it's pretty common to see men clock faster times than women do. Given...