Not all physical activity is equal when it comes to protecting the brain from dementia. Where and why we move may matter more than most people realize.

The study lead told Newsweek: "The social and commercial determinants of physical activity are complex and multifaceted." ...

Study separates recreational exercise and work-related movement, uncovering a paradox ...

Staying active during leisure time is linked to a lower risk for dementia, whereas physical activity on the job showed the ...

Share on Pinterest Physical activity for leisure but not for work may be help lower dementia risk, a new study has found. Rifka Hayati/ Getty Images It is well known that being physically active ...

Share on Pinterest Research shows that regular exercise can reduce all-cause mortality. Iuliia Burmistrova/Getty Images A new article, which is a review of existing research, argues that physical ...

A new study suggests something encouraging for busy people: Every minute of movement counts toward the 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity we’re all supposed to be getting each week.

Nearly 500 million people worldwide will develop severe conditions like heart disease and diabetes by 2030 if they don't increase their physical activity, according to a new study conducted by the ...

A recent study from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, shows that physical activity declines substantially with age, even ...

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical activity is an important component of a healthy lifestyle and can improve health outcomes across the lifespan. When we are healthy, we’re more capable of ...

Objectives To systematically review and analyse studies of high amounts of physical activity and mortality risk in the general population. Eligibility criteria Inclusion criteria related to follow-up ...