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Feb 28, 2017

'Pokémon Go' Players May Double Their Daily Step Counts

The doctor's orders are in: Catch a Pokémon a day. The popular smartphone game Pokémon Go can increase people's physical activity and appears to be particularly beneficial for overweight players, according to a new study. Pokémon Go is an augmented-reality game —it lays an image over a user's view of...

Jan 31, 2017

Why Exercise Is Not Enough to Prevent Weight Gain

Exercise on its own — without also following a healthy diet — isn't enough to help people lose or even just maintain their weight, a recent study suggests. The new results run counter to the idea that the obesity epidemic in the U.S. is caused by a lack of physical...

Oct 31, 2018

'Move More and Sit Less': These Are the New Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

CHICAGO — After a decade, Americans have new physical activity guidelines to aim for — and officials hope the changes will get more people encouraged to get moving. That's because the new guidelines, released today (Nov. 12) by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), say that any...

Nov 30, 2021

How do cycling shoes work

You may have seen road cyclists in full garb and wondered: how do cycling shoes work? And perhaps more importantly, questioned why they would a cyclist would even want cycling shoes in the first place. After all, surely it increases the likelihood of falling off… So, how do cycling shoes...

Nov 30, 2021

How accurate are fitness trackers?

If you’re looking to get more active, then you’re on the right track. The World Health Organisation says adults should do at least 150 minutes a week of moderate physical activity, while children and adolescents should do 60 minutes per day. Many of us are not getting enough exercise or...

Nov 30, 2021

Can you use a Peloton when pregnant?

It's one of the most popular fitness machines around, but can you use a Peloton when pregnant? Even though women are encouraged to keep fit during pregnancy, it’s completely normal to feel cautious about the workouts you choose. Whether or not you were a fan of indoor cycling pre-pregnancy, exercising...

Nov 30, 2021

10 benefits of using a rowing machine

In recent years, rowing studios have opened all over the world, many gyms are running group classes and there's been a steep rise in purchases of rowing machines for personal use at home. And it's no surprise: the best rowing machines offer an endlessly adaptable and efficient workout that's suitable...

Oct 31, 2021

Best FitTrack deals: Best discounts on smart scales

Are you looking for a scale that will measure more than just your weight? With these FitTrack deals, you can get a great price on a scale that will measure and track your basal metabolic rate (BMR), your muscle mass, bone mass and more. Some of the scales, like the...

Sep 30, 2021

How to use a rowing machine to lose weight

When used correctly, a rowing machine is a fantastic way to lose weight. Rowing machines boast a unique combination of features that make them suitable for anyone of any ability - from beginner to Olympian. In this article we’re going to explain how to use a rowing machine to lose...

Sep 30, 2021

How to get the most out of your exercise bike

Are you wondering how to get the most of out your exercise bike? If you spent hours scrolling through lists of exercise bikes on the internet in order to find your perfect ride but now find that it sits in your home a little unloved then now is the time...

Sep 30, 2021

Six ways to keep exercising in winter

When the sun is shining in the sky, it’s not hard to feel inspired and want to step out into the great outdoors and burn a few calories. But when the cold winds of winter arrive, the idea of hunkering down around a fireplace with a mug of hot chocolate...

Sep 30, 2021

8 benefits of stretching

Whatever time you have to try it out, the benefits of stretching are huge. Our bodies are made up of muscles and ligaments that are designed to be moved daily, but overuse will cause injuries and no movement or very little could mean stiff joints, less flexibility or bad posture....

Aug 31, 2021

Yoga for back pain: What you need to know

If you’re thinking about using yoga for back pain, we’ve got all the information you need. In this article, physiotherapist with over 25 years of experience, Mark Brownless tells Live Science whether back pain is actually muscular and whether yoga is really a good idea if you’re experiencing issues with...

Aug 31, 2021

How to run for longer without getting tired: increase stamina and mental resilience

If you’re looking to get fit, or take your fitness regime to the next level, you might be contemplating how to run for longer without getting tired. To be clear, we all fatigue at some point, but there are ways of running for extended periods without having to stop and...

Aug 31, 2021

Are exercise bikes good cardio?

It’s a well-known fact that cardio exercise is good for you, but how do you know which form of exercise is best? When you step inside most gyms you’re confronted with rows of different cardio machines, from exercise bikes to cross trainers to treadmills. So how do you know which...