Logging hours in the gym isn't the only way to reap the health benefits of exercise. Just four to five minutes of "vigorous physical activity" could reduce cancer risk significantly among people who ...

Past studies show there are a number of ways in which people can help retain brain health as they age, including being physically active. A new study says as little as 5 minutes of ...

Share on Pinterest A new study shows an extra 5 minutes of daily heart-pumping exercise could help control blood pressure. Twenty47studio/Getty Images New research shows adding a few minutes of ...

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, a condition that raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. Of those, only 25% have their high blood pressure under control. High blood ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Daily bouts of vigorous physical activity for up to 1 minute appeared associated with a 20% reduction in total ...

A sedentary lifestyle eventually takes a toll on health but snapping out of prolonged inactivity can be daunting. Now, however, there may be a simple way to ease into more activity. A recent study ...

(CNN) — If you feel like you don’t have enough time for daily self-care beyond the basics, you aren’t alone. Many people cite their busy schedules as barriers to having healthier lifestyles. But what ...

Researchers say 5-minute walks every half-hour can counteract some of the health hazards of prolonged sitting. They add that shorter walks and even standing can have health benefits. Experts say you ...

Sharie Murray noticed the benefits of getting kids moving during the pandemic. The K-3 special education teacher and her colleagues at North Elementary School in Birch Run, Mich., started to use short ...