February Health Spotlight: Heart Health
Last updated on March 4th, 2022 at 07:56 amHeart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. According toRead More
Category Archives: Fitness
Physical activity isn’t just for athletes—it’s for everyone
Finding time and energy to exercise can be hard. But I-Min Lee, M.D., Sc.D., wants to reframe how we think about exercise, especially as we age. For example, taking theRead More
6 exercises you can do in your office
Stretches for sitting Neck stretch Tilt your head to one side and hold for 15 seconds. Repeat this on each side, three times per side. Shoulder shrug Shrug your shouldersRead More
Physical activity does more than help you look good
Damon Swift, Ph.D., studies exercise training and risk factors for heart-related disease. He spoke about recent research in this area funded by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. TellRead More
Biking, Pilates, and yoga: How one woman stays active
April is always on the go. She loves to hike and ride her bike to and from work, and went skiing for the first time last year. She also suffersRead More
Veterans embrace spinal manipulation for low back pain
Many military veterans suffer from chronic low back pain. This pain can be treated with medication, but high medication use can have a negative impact on a veteran’s overall qualityRead More
4 physical activity tips for older adults
Regular physical activity is great for your mental and physical health. It also helps you stay independent as you age. Every day presents opportunities to move more. The Physical ActivityRead More
Why does your back hurt?
Gwendolyn Sowa, M.D., Ph.D. Identifying the cause of low back pain has become a frequent challenge for medical professionals. It is also what has encouraged Gwendolyn Sowa, M.D., Ph.D., ofRead More
Keep it going! How to stick with a fitness routine
Sticking to a fitness routine isn’t always easy with family, work, hobbies, and everything in between. These tips can help you get started and keep you moving, even when lifeRead More
How to manage low back pain before it gets worse
Jonathan Lurie, M.D. Low back pain is often hard to avoid. Many jobs require long periods of sitting or other types of activities that can stress our backs. However,Read More
Recognizing American Heart Month
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is excited to work with the National Library of Medicine on NIH MedlinePlus magazine to highlight important research on physical activity andRead More
Personal Story: Sara Santiago
Sara Santiago, 40, was never an athlete. She joined gyms and exercised on occasion, but never found a routine she could maintain. “I felt intimidated because I didn’t know howRead More
Retired NFL star DeMarcus Ware is in the best shape of his life
Retired National Football League (NFL) defensive superstar DeMarcus Ware won millions of fans with his ability to conquer and defeat opposing teams. Now, the former Dallas Cowboy and Denver BroncoRead More
Older Hispanic adults may be more prone to frailty
Pain is one of the most common and expensive health problems in the U.S. In older adults, chronic pain can lead to frailty. This can mean anything from unintentional weightRead More
Rethinking 10,000 steps
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:06 pm If you have a fitness tracker or use your smartwatch to count your steps, you might be tracking a goal ofRead More
Just 30 minutes of daily exercise can help correct a day of sitting
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:06 pm Americans spend a lot of time sitting—at their desk, in the car, and on the couch. This can take a tollRead More
One step at a time: D.C. resident walks for health and community
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:06 pm For Washington, D.C., resident Deborah Nix, walking connects her to the community and gives her confidence. “A friend of mine sawRead More
Get moving: Key takeaways from the new physical activity guidelines
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:06 pm Spring is here, which means it’s time to get outdoors and get active. Read on to find out how much exerciseRead More
NIH study tracks exercise with mobile apps to improve heart health
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:06 pm Tiffany Powell-Wiley, M.D., M.P.H., is dedicated to making Americans healthier. She focuses on research related to heart health and the conditionsRead More
Exercise key to keeping weight off
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:08 pm Losing weight is not easy but keeping it off can prove even harder. NIH researchers are studying ways to keep lostRead More
New discovery about middle-age weight gain
Last updated on August 6th, 2021 at 12:08 pm A team of scientists has identified an enzyme that promotes weight gain and the loss of exercise capacity starting in midlife.Read More