September can still feel like the beginning of something new, even if it’s been decades since you bought school supplies or worried about your first day of class. There’s even some science behind that feeling. Researchers Hengchen Dai, Katherine Milkman and Jason Riis coined the term “fresh start effect” after studying how certain dates and
Stress is part of life. Work, family, finances, health concerns and even the daily news can keep your mind and body wound up. And chronic stress can affect sleep, digestion, blood pressure, mood and the immune system. Fortunately, exercise is one of the best ways to manage it. Here’s why. It boosts your mood. Physical
A common myth says we’re less happy the older we get, slogging through a long, unhappy decline. But in fact, many people get happier. A 2024 AARP survey found that 44% of adults over 50 say they’ve become happier as they’ve aged. Women were especially likely to say so. Another survey found that 86% of
Have you wondered what factors may be influencing the quality of your workouts? What you do before, after and between workouts can affect how well you move, recover, and keep progressing. Here are five things worth your attention: Warm Up. You need to prepare your body for exercise. It’s a lot to ask it to
Summer pulls you outside before you’ve thought it through — longer evenings, warmer air, and suddenly you’re gardening at noon or walking further than planned. That’s the appeal, but also the risk. Heat climbs fast, dehydration sneaks up quietly, and what feels effortless in April can turn risky in July. Stay smart about how you
Six months into the year, a lot of people start grading themselves. Did I hit my goals? Did I fall off? Am I ahead or behind? Here’s a better way to think about it: this isn’t a report card, it’s halftime. No coach spends halftime handing out grades. They look at what’s working, adjust what
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April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month in the United States and Canada. This is a good time to look at how exercise can ease symptoms and improve quality of life. Parkinson’s is a neurodegenerative disorder with symptoms that include tremors, balance problems, and limb rigidity. More than 10 million people worldwide have it, according to
The recent death of TV star James Van Der Beek puts the spotlight on colon cancer – and this month is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. “I’d always associated cancer with age and with unhealthy, sedentary lifestyles,” he told People. “But I was in amazing cardiovascular shape.
Something interesting is happening in our society regarding health and fitness. For years, the spotlight was on extremes. High intensity. Fast results. Six-pack abs. People thought exercise was only for the young and Hollywood-style sexy. But now, the focus is shifting to something smarter, more sustainable, and healthier for everyone. According to the annual Worldwide