Strength training supports healthy aging by preserving muscle, bone density, metabolic health, and independence.

BLOOM (TAMPA) – Strength training has long been hailed for its ability to build muscles, but its benefits extend beyond just physical appearance. Medical experts say by subjecting bones to stress ...

Do a dynamic warm-up: Begin with a five to 10 minute walk, jog, or jumping jacks to prepare your muscles for exercise.

Fitness is not just about flexing biceps and having a slim waistline. Dr Rathi explains how to focus on your bone strength and wellbeing through fitness.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." How often do you think about the health of your bones? To be honest, I rarely did until I heard about ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: I was recently diagnosed with osteopenia. My doctor advised strength training because it can help slow bone loss. How does it do that? DEAR READER: Osteopenia is a thinning of the bones ...

A research team from the Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has ...

Are weighted vests more than a fitness fad? A health and exercise expert explains their potential benefits and limitations.

If you are not seeing any results, your approach to strength training may be wrong. Fitness coach highlights the most common mistakes people make.

"Aren't they a little young for that?" This is a question I used to hear regularly from parents when I'd recommend strength training for the kids I worked with, whose ages ranged from 6 to 18 years ...