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Decades of research have established that initiating an exercise regimen is the most potent non-pharmacological intervention for extending healthspan, as it is associated with measurable benefits from ...

New to yoga? This 20-minute at-home guide teaches beginners how to stretch, strengthen, and relax with easy-to-follow exercises. As we step into a new year, one thing almost everyone promises ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. January 21, 2026 Add ...

High-impact moves like running, jumping, volleyball, and jump rope can increase pelvic pressure and worsen overactive bladder (OAB) leaks and urgency. Lower-impact options such as walking, hiking, ...

Walking is incredibly beneficial for your body and brain. A recent study published in October showed that UK adults who managed to hit their daily step goals by going on a daily walk had lower health ...

Dumbbells are the perfect tool for serious at-home leg training. They allow you to safely load foundational movements such as ...

Flexible routines with ‘open’ goals may be more effective for beginners or those struggling to hit specific benchmarks, ...

Your fitness tracker might be telling you that you need 10,000 steps, 30 minutes of cardio or even an hour at the gym every day. But what if you could improve your health in just a few minutes a day?