Fitness

Fitness means different things to different people and Health has something for everyone, whether you're just getting started with a workout routine or have been training since before TikTok was a thing. Get our latest expert moves, pro-tips, and recommendations for who to follow.

Get Moving

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How Often Should You Work Out?

Walking 101

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How Many Calories Do You Burn Walking?
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What Is Proper Walking Form? Expert Tips on Posture, Foot Placement, and Shoe Choice
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TikTok’s 'Silent Walking' Trend Could Actually Help Your Mental Health

Exercises to Try

women doing chest workout
10 Effective Chest Exercises for Upper Body Strength
downward dog yoga pose
10 Best Beginner-Friendly Yoga Poses
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5 Calisthenics Exercises for a Workout Routine

Explore Fitness

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I Tried the 6-6-6 Walking Challenge For an Entire Month—Here's What Happened
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7 Exercises You Think Burn a Lot of Calories, But Actually Don’t
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8 Ways Strength Training Helps You Age Better
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Frequent Short Walks or Fewer Long Ones—Which Is More Effective For Longevity and Heart Health?
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9 Back Exercises to Improve Strength and Mobility
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Fasted vs. Fed Workouts: Which Is Better for Muscle Growth and Weight Loss?
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6 Shoulder Exercises for Strength, Size, and Stability
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We Asked Fitness Experts How Often You Should Really Change Your Workout Routine
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Crunches vs. Planks: Which Is Better for Building Core Strength and Ab Definition?
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4 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Do Zone 2 Cardio
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19 Plank Exercises To Build a Strong Core
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5 Foods To Eat Before, During, and After a Run
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7 Drinks Athletes Need for Hydration and Recovery After Workouts
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5 Experts Agree: This Is the #1 Workout Supplement To Boost Performance and Results
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11 Bodyweight Exercises That Strengthen Your Core Better Than Sit-Ups
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7 Exercises To Stretch and Strengthen Your Lower Back
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Morning vs. Night Workouts: Which Is Better For Sleep and Energy?
A person walking up outdoor stairs focus on legs and footwear
5 Ways Taking the Stairs Every Day Can Change Your Body
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How Many Steps a Day You Need for Weight Loss and Overall Health
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7 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Stop Working Out
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What Happens to Your Muscles When You Work Out While You’re Sore
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8 Exercises to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure Naturally
Single arm farmer's carry, oblique exercises for stronger abs
5 Oblique Exercises for Stronger, More Defined Side Abs
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12 Body-Weight Exercises You Can Do Anywhere To Build Strength
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3 Key Nutrients You Need After Every Workout to Build Strength and Recover Faster
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3 Expert-Approved Walking Workouts for Better Fitness and Health
A person performing an exercise with a green kettlebell on a gym floor
8 Forearm Exercises for Better Grip Strength
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4 Simple Exercises To Ease Vertigo Symptoms
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8 Exercises That Could Help You Burn More Calories Than Running
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Want to Build Muscle Faster? Here’s What Actually Works
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7 Ways To Build Lean Muscle Without Bulking
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Is It Possible to Lose Weight Without Exercising?
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We Asked 5 Fitness Experts the Best Way to Modify a Push-Up—They All Said the Same Thing
A person stretching their arm outdoors near a bridge
6 Effective Exercises to Relieve Neck and Shoulder Pain Naturally
Woman jogging on an outdoor track wearing headphones
8 Simple Changes We Swear By That Can Help You Get More From Every Workout
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5 Ways Regular Exercise Can Help Lower Your Blood Pressure
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Got a Long Workout? What to Eat During Your Run, Ride, or Hike to Stay Energized
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How Often to Stretch for Better Mobility, Less Pain, and Healthier Aging
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What Happens to Your Body When You Play Tennis Regularly
A group of individuals working with a trainer to target belly fat
The Top 3 Exercises Trainers Swear By for Burning Belly Fat
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8 Ways Your Aerobic Capacity Influences Your Workout Performance and Overall Health
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What Foods You Should Eat Before Every Type of Workout—From Cardio to Strength Training
A mid-adult Black couple performs challenging dumbbell exercises in a brightly lit, modern gym, surrounded by sleek equipment and a focused atmosphere.
What Happens to Your Blood Pressure After You Strength Train
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Is Walking or Running Better for Your Health?
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What Happens to Your Body During Hot Yoga
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7 Ways Coconut Water Naturally Replenishes Electrolytes
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The Best Time of Day to Strength Train During a Fast for Energy and Muscle Gains
Athletic woman in sportswear with measuring spoon in her hand puts portion of whey protein powder into a shaker on wooden table with amino acid white capsules, bananas and apple, making protein drink.
Creatine vs. Protein: Which Is Better for Muscle Strength and Recovery?
Black woman wearing a white exercise tank with her curly hair pulled back in a ponytail, stops on a running path outside on a sunny day to check her smartwatch.
How To Calculate Your Fat-Burning Heart Rate for Effective Weight Loss
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How Quick 'Exercise Snacks' May Help Boost Fitness and Muscular Endurance
A woman doing squat jumps outside in a park on a sunny day
Stay Fit on the Go: 8 Bodyweight Exercises for Travelers
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What Happens to Your Body When You Eat a Banana Before a Workout
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How Long Does It Take to See Results from Creatine?
Woman performing a plank exercise indoors on a yoga mat in a living room
15 Quick and Effective Bodyweight Exercises to Help You Burn Calories and Lose Weight
Woman Wearing Fitness Clothing At Home In Kitchen Making Healthy Meals
How Many Calories Do You Need to Eat Per Day to Gain Muscle?
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11 Leg Exercises to Strengthen, Tone, and Build Muscle
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Is It Better to Take Creatine Daily, or Just When You're Working Out?
A woman walking outdoors holding a smartphone wearing earphones exercise attire path and trees in the background
The 6-6-6 Walking Trend Promises Benefits For Weight Loss and Heart Health. What Do Experts Think?
Young slim woman in sportswear in modern studio practicing pilates
Pilates, HIIT, Cardio, or Weights? Experts Reveal What’s Best for Weight Loss
A woman wears a weighted vest.
Do Weighted Vests Really Help With Bone Health and Weight Loss? Here's What the Science Says
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6 Exercises To Burn Belly Fat and Tone Your Abs
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5 Expert-Approved Ways to Level Up Your Daily Walk for Better Heart Health, Weight Loss, and More
two people in hoodies wearing headphones walking for exercise
5 Checklists For a Healthier You This Year