Creatine is a compound made from three amino acids that's found naturally in the body. People use creatine supplements to ...

If you told me even a year ago that I would add running to my hobbies, I would have assumed you meant running from my problems. As someone with type 1 diabetes (an autoimmune disease in which my body ...

When most people think about how exercise transforms the body, they focus on the visible changes, increased muscle definition, reduced fat stores, and improved posture. But beneath the surface, a ...

Boston marathoners can expect their bodies to take quite a beating. — -- The 35,000 runners who line up for today’s Boston Marathon can expect their bodies to take quite a beating from the ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Even the most dedicated gym-goers sometimes take an ...

Ever crawled into bed after crushing a late-night workout only to find yourself staring at the ceiling for hours? You’re not alone. The relationship between evening sweat sessions and sleep quality is ...

You exercise to slim down and shape up, so it's no wonder you're alarmed when you end a tough workout and your legs appear larger and more swollen than when you started. In most cases, swelling can be ...

If you’ve spent any time on FitTok lately, chances are you’ve landed on videos of women doing 100 kettlebell swings a day in an effort to burn fat and sculpt their muscles. The challenge, which went ...

Do magnesium supplements really work for blood pressure, mood, migraines, and more? Learn why and when you may need additional magnesium.

There are tons of different stretching exercises—you can stretch the whole body, or just focus on specific areas like the legs or hips. There are also static and dynamic stretches. The choice between ...

Grab a bowlful. These jewel-hued stone fruits pack some serious benefits. Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN "Key Takeaways" Whether fresh, frozen or dried, cherries are sweet, delicious and ...