Today’s news
Single Workout Boosts Brain Activity Linked to Memory, Study Finds
Researchers observe direct neural changes in the brain after just 20 minutes of exercise.

Hackensack Launches Walks & Wellness Challenge
Free fitness classes and walks offered on Saturdays through May
Hiker rescued from Piestewa Peak in Phoenix
Woman taken to hospital in stable condition after being found about a quarter mile up the trail
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Mar. 5, 2026
Experts Agree: Wall Push-Ups Are the Best Beginner Modification
Fitness experts recommend wall push-ups as the easiest starting point for building up to full push-ups.
Mar. 4, 2026
Jeffing: New Walk-Run Fitness Method Gains Popularity for Weight Loss
Olympian Jeff Galloway's 'Jeffing' technique combines running and walking to create a sustainable workout routine.
Mar. 4, 2026
72-Year-Old Cocoa Jiu-Jitsu Champion Advances to Mr. Health & Fitness Finals
Ramon Rivera, CEO of Diamond Scientific, competes in national fitness competition
Mar. 3, 2026
The Brookbush Institute Publishes New Article on Muscular Endurance Training
Article examines how 'strength endurance' may not be a distinct training goal due to the specificity of physiological adaptations.
Mar. 2, 2026
How to Bounce Back After a Tough Workout
Tips from experts on recovering from intense exercise
Mar. 2, 2026
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Offers Free Dance and Fitness Classes
The 'Dance for Life' program promotes community wellness through accessible, culturally-tailored fitness classes.
Mar. 2, 2026
Carolina Sports Medicine Center Opens 20,000 Sq. Ft. Facility in Charlotte
New hub delivers injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance training for athletes of all levels.
Feb. 28, 2026
Strength Training More Important Than Walking for Older Adults
New research links greater muscle strength to lower mortality risk in women over 60.
Feb. 28, 2026
New Smartphone Tool Offers More Accurate Calorie Burn Measure
Harvard researchers develop open-source activity monitor that uses machine learning to interpret leg muscle activity and provide better calorie estimates than commercial fitness trackers.
Feb. 27, 2026
Teenage Girls Face Higher Risk of ACL Tears, Parents Call for More Protection
Researchers say proven prevention methods exist, but coaches and leagues aren't doing enough to implement them
Feb. 27, 2026
10 Expert Tips to Build Unshakable Confidence When Training Gets Brutal
When workouts push you to your limit, staying confident isn't easy. Here are 10 expert strategies to keep going, even when your mind says stop.
Feb. 26, 2026
Defib Hawaii Expands CPR Certification Programs for Honolulu Healthcare Community
New scheduling options and hybrid learning formats address growing demand for life support credentials.
Feb. 25, 2026
Survey Reveals Reasons Patients Skip At-Home Physical Therapy
Forgetting, lack of time, and not seeing quick results are top barriers to completing assigned exercises.
Feb. 24, 2026
UCSF Study Finds Exercise Protein Strengthens Brain's Protective Barrier
Researchers uncover how an exercise-induced liver protein improves memory and slows age-related cognitive decline.
Feb. 24, 2026
VO₂ Max: Why the Fitness Metric Isn't as Important as You Think
The VO2 Max Obsession: Why Your Fitness Tracker Might Be Misleading You
Feb. 24, 2026
UCSF Orthotics and Prosthetics Team Hosts Annual Adaptive Climbing Clinic
Collaboration with CAF and Movement Gym San Francisco brings inclusive rock climbing to the Presidio
Feb. 24, 2026
LMZHLaredo Medical Sports Clinic: Your Guide to Peak Performance
Comprehensive sports medicine services for athletes and active individuals in Laredo, Texas
Feb. 24, 2026
Free Community Workouts Help Atlanta Residents Combat Health Issues
HILLS4ATL program draws hundreds to high-energy fitness sessions, leading to life-changing results.
Feb. 24, 2026
La Concordia Rural Brigade Completes Rigorous RT-130 Fitness Training
The physically demanding course is designed to build endurance and resilience for the nonprofit's community outreach efforts.
Feb. 23, 2026
Blanchard Valley Health System Offers Walk-In Orthopedic Care
New service provides same-day evaluation and treatment for recent musculoskeletal injuries