"Young people who are less physically active over time have an increased risk of developing symptoms of depression," says Professor Silje Steinsbekk. Steinsbekk works at the Department of Psychology ...

New research suggests that participating in at least 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity in just two days had similar health benefits as distributing the activity throughout the week ...

Among more than 7,000 adults who had the ability to walk, 3-5 hours of daily light physical activity was linked to as much as ...

A new study found a strong link between physical activity and lower mortality risk. Specifically, physically active people saw a 30 to 40% lower risk of dying from any cause compared to their less ...

A walk isn’t just good for your body; it’s a simple, powerful way to care for your mind and soul. Physical activity, like walking, reduces stress, boosts mood and promotes overall well-being. Yet ...

Light physical activity may improve mortality in people with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, especially people with ...

Children and young adults who exercise regularly are more likely to seek physical activity and fitness throughout their lifespan. Recent human and animal studies have discovered that regular exercise ...

For older adults, physical activity is apt to shield against cognitive decline and forms of dementia such as Alzheimer's disease (AD). Yet, as people age and some experience cognitive impairment, they ...

A 'weekend warrior' approach to physical activity -- getting 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity over one to two days instead of throughout the week -- improved health and lowered ...

Next time you’re struggling to haul yourself off the couch for a workout, consider this: Getting up and moving could quite literally help save your life. A new scientific analysis published in the ...