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A simple workout routine performed once a week could help reverse your heart health by two decades, a leading cardiologist has revealed. Dr Benjamin Levine, a professor of internal medicine and cardiology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, is a big advocate of the ‘Norwegian 4×4’. This high-intensity workout, which he says is practiced by the Norwegian ski …

Strength training is a useful tool at any age, but it’s particularly important as we get older. Sarcopenia, the natural decline of muscle mass and function, begins around age 35 and accelerates significantly at age 60, according to Harvard Health The good news is, no matter your age or how much strength and mobility you feel like you’ve lost, it’s …

When you only have 15 minutes to spare, one of the best things you can do for your health is to go for a walk. Time spent outdoors is great for your mental and physical health, and if you want to challenge yourself, there’s a simple way to make it into a walking workout—just add structure. Denise Chakoian, a fitness …

If you’ve noticed it’s a bit trickier to build strength and muscle as you get older, don’t panic. It doesn’t mean you’ve let yourself go or your fitness has flown out the window. Our bodies naturally change with age, from lower muscle mass and slower metabolism to dips in testosterone. But that is no reason to give up on exercise …

A perfect night’s sleep is something that falls on everyone’s wish list at some point. I’ve worked out my own formula—low lights, a book in bed, and my phone nowhere in sight—but I’m always on the lookout for little hacks that might help me get even better-quality shut-eye. Now, thanks to a new study, researchers say yoga could be the …

When my young daughters are in bed and I want to get my steps in but can’t leave the house, I love nothing more than an indoor walking workout. It’s a great way to boost heart health, improve cardiovascular fitness and mood, and I know that I’ll feel so much better by the end. One of my health goals this …

It can be difficult to stay on track with exercise in general. For older folks with mobility issues and age-related concerns, incorporating physical activity can be that much tougher. A solid at-home fitness routine can help make workouts accessible and comfortable, regardless of your personal circumstances. We spoke with physical therapist Chris DeRosa to get his recommendations for the best …

Proper nutrition before and after you work out can make a big difference in how you feel, perform and recover. But with so much conflicting advice online, I spoke to JM Nutrition’s Alexander Leritz and Lumen registered dietitian Brea Lofton to find out what mistakes men typically make around eating and exercise, how male and female needs differ, and what …

The Rams will try again with quarterback Matthew Stafford this weekend. Head coach Sean McVay told reporters after Thursday’s joint practice with the Saints that Stafford will go through another extensive workout on Saturday. The script will be similar to what Stafford did last Saturday. “Hopefully [his back] responds a little bit better,” McVay said, via Sarah Barshop of ESPN. …