A recent Columbia University study builds on previous research linking aerobic exercise to cognitive function and cortical thickness improvement in middle-aged and older adults. Here’s a look at what ...

Researchers are prescribing exercise as if it were a drug in a study that aims to see if it can prevent Alzheimer's disease. "We are testing if exercise is medicine for people with a mild memory ...

A half hour of aerobic exercise four to five times a week may prevent or slow cognitive decline in older adults who are at a high risk of developing Alzheimer’s, according to a study published Tuesday ...

Objectives We systemically reviewed published studies that evaluated aerobic exercise interventions in patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) to: (1) report the frequency, intensity, type and time ...

Water exercise is one of the best fitness activities in which to participate. Water fitness helps to build cardio, strengthen muscle and toning while being easy on the joints. Here are the Top 10 ...

July 3 (UPI) --Having too much fat around the heart may increase cardiovascular risk, a new study says. The good news is aerobic and resistance exercise can lower that risk by reducing fat depots ...

A water aerobics instructor is helping his neighbors with a low-impact workout. OCALA, Fla. – As we age, exercise becomes more challenging. But as we know, it's never too late to get fit. That's the ...

Endurance affects metabolism substantially more than muscular strength does, a new study suggests. By Gretchen Reynolds Stamina may trump strength for improving metabolic health, according to an ...

Adolescents can speed their recovery after a sport-related concussion and reduce their risk of experiencing protracted recovery if they engage in aerobic exercise within 10 days of getting injured, ...