Fitness

Zepbound GLP-1 Drugs

Taking a GLP-1? Doctors say not to forget about movement and mental health

Healthy lifestyle habits lead to longevity. But they require emotional inspiration and logistical willpower

Motivation Healthy Habits

The surest path to longevity is adopting healthy lifestyles. But many Americans struggle to find the needed motivation

Exercise Healthy Lifestyle

To gain the benefits of strength training, consistency matters more than intensity

Stength Training Consistency

Run the Sandy Sprint 5K at the Navy Yard this April

Sandy Sprint 5k Navy Yard

Americans desire long, healthy lives, but mistakenly rely on external factors to reach their goals

Longevity Healthy Living

The more foods a dinner spread includes, the more likely people are to overeat

Food Buffets Study

Exercise can be as effective as medication for depression and anxiety, new study shows

Depression Treatment Exercise

Exemption to overnight curfew would allow gyms and fitness centers to open before 6 a.m.

business curfew gyms

Lottery for Independence Blue Cross Broad Street Run runs Feb. 1-13

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Ocean City’s Winter Warrior Challenge returns in February

Winter Warrior Challenge Image 2

Worried about cognitive decline as you age? Strength training can mitigate it

Brain Decline Weightlifting

Physical activity can extend your life, but varying your exercises is particularly beneficial

Exercise Variety Biking

Wearing a weighted vest can promote bone health and weight loss, but it's not a cure-all

Weighted Vests Benefits

Technology can be a great tool for boosting your health, but motivation is the foundation of sustained change

Exercise Smart Watch

Cupid’s Undie Run returns to Philadelphia this February

Cupid's Undie Run 2026

The holidays can mess up the healthiest of habits. Here's how to get back on track

Healthy Habits 2026

Winter road racing returns to Ambler with the Frostbite 5-Miler

As a health writer, here are five steps I took in 2025 that improved my life

Steps Better Health Naps

For men looking to live healthier in 2026, the holidays can serve as a test run

Healthy Living Holidays

Choosing a running shoe that fits well and meets your needs can feel overwhelming. Here are some tips

Growing facial hair for Movember showed me how social support boosts men's health

Movember Men's Health

Lifting weights may be better than running for weight loss and diabetes management, study finds

Weightlifting Diabetes Obesity

A long walk may be better for your heart than multiple shorter ones

Long walks Heart Health

As pickleball has surged in popularity, so have eye injuries

No matter your age, it's never too late to reap the benefits of a healthy lifestyle

Aging Wellness Exercise

Philly Bike Ride returns Oct. 18 with car-free route and finish festival at the Art Museum

Thom Carroll - Bike in Center City

Fall is a great time to give running a try, with a range of races in the Philly region

Run the Bridge

Walking backward may not be intuitive, but it's an effective leg workout

Retro Walking Backward

What causes muscle cramps during exercise? Athletes and coaches may want to look at the playing surface

Jersey Shore author explores themes of toxic positivity in 'Fun at Parties'

Fun at Parties Jamie Harrow

Why Japanese walking is trending as an alternative to 10,000 daily steps

Registration is open for the Gritty 5K, which returns to South Philly on Oct. 4

Hate to exercise? Try matching your workouts with your personality

Exercise Personality Type

Working out during the summer heat can be grueling. Here's how to do it safely

Celebrity-led running clubs are trendy — and hold the power to spark a new health movement

Philly teens can get free Planet Fitness memberships this summer and reap the many benefits of resistance training

There are benefits to wearing a weighted vest when working out – but also precautions to take

There's no secret path to a long, healthy life. It requires a nutritious diet and regular exercise

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