If you're trying to find a way to lose weight, stair-climbing as a regular exercise might be for you. It's accessible, and research shows it's more effective than walking on level ground. "Overall, it ...

Even modest amounts of strength training, even with lighter weights, can meaningfully preserve muscle and maintain your ...

Stairs are part of everyday life – you probably don’t think about them as you head up or down a flight to get home, to work, to the train platform and so on. But if you’ve ever found yourself a little ...

Just how winded you are will vary; you’ll be more out of breath if you run up the stairs or walk up with a heavy suitcase ...

Taking the stairs is a form of NEAT, or non-exercise activity thermogenesis. (Getty Images) Maybe it’s been a while since you’ve been to the gym or had an hour to kill in yoga class. But that doesn’t ...

The last week of the year is always an unusual time from a time management perspective. Families are home, work schedules are flexed, and dietary options expand to include Aunt Karen's ambrosia salad.

It would be great if everyone had access to a personal trainer who could make sure they’re doing every exercise move correctly. But for the majority of people, working out is a solo activity. Maybe ...

Short bursts of purposeful activity — such as walking around the block or lifting small weights — may be the best way to get in the habit of exercising. Bite-sized bits of exercise also improve heart ...