Lack of exercise among adolescents affects more than just their physical condition. It turns out that the problem is complex, ...

Objectives The objectives of this study are to examine the association of physical activity in parents with physical activity in their adult offspring and explore if the offspring’s genetic liability ...

Experts have long known that strong social networks and physical activity help older adults stay healthier. Until now, ...

Maryland SNAP-Ed has written a new original storybook promoting family physical activity and will donate 125,000 copies across the state. Maryland SNAP-Ed, a program of University of Maryland ...

Strong social connections and regular physical activity work together to support healthier, happier lives in older adults.

Children in the experimental group increased their moderate to vigorous physical activity by 17 minutes per day, while simultaneously reducing their sedentary time by nearly an hour per day. We often ...

Physical activity reduces chronic disease risks, improves function, and extends lifespan, thus supporting clinicians’ use of exercise prescriptions as a health intervention, new research suggests. A ...