Exercising is healthy, but not always appealing. Research led by Guadalupe Sabio from the National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) may have found a switch that activates the desire to get moving, as it shows that during exercise the muscle activates proteins…

This cohort study examines whether there is an age-dependent association between physical activity and all-cause mortality at all stages of adult life.

According to a new study, an older person who is concerned about having a fall is at a significantly higher risk of having a fall in the future. Researchers say that identifying and addressing this risk factor in older adults can help them stay mobile and…

A massive South Korean study suggests that people who keep up regular exercise—or increase it—over several years are less likely to develop depression. The findings underscore the importance of physical activity patterns, not just single snapshots, in mental…