Fitness Studies

The most aerobically fit study subjects exhibited superior metabolic profiles with healthy levels of proteins, good cholesterol and fatty acids, according to an analysis of 580 Finnish males. Interestingly, even the most muscularly fit subjects...

Researchers found that study participants who performed better during a cardio test also exhibited better cognitive function via a brain scan. Additionally, the fitter, sharper participants also showed superior structural integrity of the white...

In a recent study, researchers from the University of Birmingham found that seniors who were experienced exercisers did not build muscle more effectively than seniors who were previously inactive. This is good news for the fight against sarcopenia...

Researchers for the American Heart Association found that a greater number of soldiers were diabetic and tobacco smokers than civilians. Notably, blood pressure levels represented the most significant difference between the groups. Only 30 percent...

The researchers concluded that, on average, Americans who regularly exercise feel unwell for 35 days per year, while Americans who are more sedentary feel unwell for 53 days per year. Additionally, they found that physically active Americans feel...

Researchers found that supplements marketed for energy-boosting, muscle-building or weight-loss properties carried almost three times the risk for severe medical outcomes in children and young adults versus traditional vitamins. Additionally...

Researchers concluded that women who averaged about 4,000 daily steps were 40 percent less likely to die versus those who took fewer steps. They also found that longevity benefits largely maxed out near 7,500 daily steps.