Exercise Archives

09.04.2026 Crowds of people walking across a busy crosswalk at the intersection of 23rd Street and 5th Avenue in Manhattan New York City

The Key to Encouraging Walking

Relocating to a walkable city increases daily steps by up to 1,400, while moving to a less walkable one markedly decreases them.

Fellow Farah Nimeri

08.19.2026 Breathing, fitness and black man by blue sky for running, workout or training for marathon with break. Fatigue, lens flare and African mature athlete with rest for outdoor cardio exercise from below.

Breathing, fitness and black man by blue sky for running, workout or training for marathon with break. Fatigue, lens flare and African mature athlete with rest for outdoor cardio exercise from below.

Work Out Harder (Not Longer)

Incorporating even small amounts of vigorous activity into your exercise routine can lower the risk of chronic disease and early death.

Fellow Farah Nimeri

03.13.2026 Five people in wheelchairs forming a huddle, reaching hands together, celebrating team spirit during a basketball game. One person is holding a tactics board. Concept for adults with disabilities participating in organized sports

Five people in wheelchairs forming a huddle, reaching hands together, celebrating team spirit during a basketball game. One person is holding a tactics board. Concept for adults with disabilities participating in organized sports

Redefining Disability with Inclusive Sports

Organized sports are one way for adults with disabilities to maintain regular exercise while also building social connections.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

03.10.2026 Portrait of a young woman in workout gear, looking up into the light

Movement and Mental Health After the Military

Consistently exercising following military service may protect veterans' mental well-being during a challenging transition period.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

01.23.2026 Crowds of blurry people walking through a busy crosswalk

Stand Up for Your Health

Sitting less and moving more—even just 30 additional minutes per day—keeps muscles active and helps the body process blood sugar and fat.

Fellow Aidan Stotz

12.04.2025 headshot for Dr. Christina Dieli-Conwright, an expert in exercise oncology

The Healing Power of Exercise in Cancer Patients

Christina Marie Dieli-Conwright studies how exercise after a cancer diagnosis can improve health, quality of life, and ultimately, survival.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

06.18.2025 Young, athlete man and woman in sporty attire running together during pair workout on sunny summer day. Movement concept

Health Equity

Movement as Medicine: One Step at a Time

The instinct to move is human—we were built for it. And yet, in today's world, we spend most of our time being still.

Editor Monica L. Wang

10.16.2024 Close-up of older couple lifting weights

Benefits of Weightlifting for Older Adults

Combining weight training with aerobic exercise may reduce the risk of both cardiovascular- and cancer-related deaths among older adults.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

09.11.2024 surgical team performing an operation

New Organs, New You?

Organ transplantation may have deeper effects on recipients than previously thought, with 96% of heart recipients reporting a change in physical attributes post-surgery.

Fellow Jude Sleiman

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