GLP-1 users may be making a major weight-loss mistake, new study suggests

GLP-1 users may be making a major weight-loss mistake, new study suggests

Among those taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss, exercise rates are decreasing, according to new research. The study, set to be presented at ENDO 2026 (the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting) in Chicago this week, found that adults with obesity who lost weight with a GLP-1, such as Ozempic or Wegovy, “significantly reduced” their physical activity. In an Endocrine … Read more

You really need to be thinking more about your skeleton — before it’s too late

You really need to be thinking more about your skeleton — before it’s too late

Your skin tends to steal the spotlight in the summer — it needs a lot of SPF and TLC to stay healthy. But don’t forget about your bones! Regardless of the season, bone health is often overlooked until it’s too late. Building a strong skeleton is important for protecting organs, storing essential minerals and, quite … Read more

Just four minutes of key exercise can quadruple fitness in older adults

Just four minutes of key exercise can quadruple fitness in older adults

You could be building serious strength in the time it takes to unload the dishwasher. A new study from Penn State College of Medicine found that engaging in as little as four minutes of four key exercises may be enough to support overall physical function in aging folk. “The human body is designed to improve … Read more

I’m a neurosurgeon — 5 critical ways I keep my own brain healthy

I’m a neurosurgeon — 5 critical ways I keep my own brain healthy

It’s easy to get caught up in tending to your weight or the look of your biceps — but don’t forget about gains for your brain. “The brain is a part of our body. The same things that create wellness within our body create wellness within our brain,” Dr. Randy D’Amico, director of the Brain … Read more

3 bodybuilding myths debunked by new study — including the truth about ‘the pump’

3 bodybuilding myths debunked by new study — including the truth about ‘the pump’

Bulking up? Don’t believe all the hype. There are plenty of popular theories about how to get the best boost from lifting weights — but just because you heard it from a gym bro doesn’t mean it’s true. A narrative published in the Journal of Sport and Health Science has taken on three common beliefs about … Read more

This exercise habit may slash dementia risk and help you live longer, study finds

This exercise habit may slash dementia risk and help you live longer, study finds

People who incorporate strength training into their weekly routines may be more likely to live longer, according to a new study. Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health analyzed data from 147,374 adults and found that people who engaged in moderate amounts of resistance training had a lower risk of dying from several major … Read more

Exclusive | Private ‘recovery rooms’ are the new home gym for serious fitness fans — who can afford it

Exclusive | Private ‘recovery rooms’ are the new home gym for serious fitness fans — who can afford it

Go hard or go home? Nowadays, the motto’s go hard and recover hard. Fitness fans are increasingly focused on how they treat their bodies after working out, spurring a massive surge in popularity for things like sauna, cold plunges, red light therapy, hyperbaric chambers, compression therapy and massage. This has meant big business for gyms, … Read more

Your body actually burns fewer calories when it’s warm out — 5 tips to combat it

Your body actually burns fewer calories when it’s warm out — 5 tips to combat it

Higher temps, higher calorie burn? Think again. As the weather warms up — and temperatures climb into the high 80s in New York City this week — people are spending a lot more time outside. Getting more movement is certainly good for burning calories and keeping healthy, but our bodies may naturally burn fewer calories … Read more

Bryan Johnson reveals ‘everything he learned spending millions on longevity’

Bryan Johnson reveals ‘everything he learned spending millions on longevity’

Biohacking mogul Bryan Johnson has never shied away from sharing. Now, the 48-year-old revealed what he’s picked up from dropping some serious cash in the pursuit of living as long as he can. Johnson wrote a note addressed to his 1 million X followers from him and his girlfriend and Blueprint co-founder Katie Tolo as … Read more

Fresno ranked among the sweatiest cities in the US

Fresno ranked among the sweatiest cities in the US

The city once dubbed America’s meth capital has landed on yet another bizarre ranking — and this time, it’s downright disgusting. Fresno — already enjoying a strange little redemption tour through national rankings — was named California’s sweatiest city in a new Waterboy study. The hydration brand analyzed 30 years of NOAA climate data across 80 major US … Read more

I’m an OB-GYN — 4 common mistakes that are making your periods worse

I’m an OB-GYN — 4 common mistakes that are making your periods worse

Don’t disrupt your flow state. Periods are rarely pleasant, but there are some simple things that can make Aunt Flo’s visit worse, according to one health expert. All it takes to make that time of the month more manageable are four simple lifestyle switches. An OB-GYN shares four common mistakes women make that can make … Read more

How to maximize your chances of pregnancy — and when to seek help

How to maximize your chances of pregnancy — and when to seek help

Having children can feel like a massive gamble — there’s no guaranteed path to success. Much of conception is out of our control, and in many ways, it comes down to the numbers. The more high-quality eggs a woman produces, the better her chances of achieving a healthy pregnancy. Age is the most significant factor … Read more

Why perimenopause is actually a ‘window of opportunity’ for your health

Why perimenopause is actually a ‘window of opportunity’ for your health

Most women dread the “change of life” — but what if it could offer a chance to save yours? A new study found that women are more than twice as likely to have a poor score on a key health metric as their reproductive years wind down. But there’s a silver lining: Experts say the … Read more

Giant stairs to nowhere opening soon in Southern California city — and health freaks love it

Giant stairs to nowhere opening soon in Southern California city — and health freaks love it

The city of Santa Clarita is soon cutting the ribbon on a massive expansion of David March Park, and the centerpiece of the project is a grueling outdoor 116-step exercise staircase — that leads to nothing. While most people try to avoid an extra flight of stairs, the health-obsessed residents of this suburban enclave are … Read more

How much exercise should you be doing a week? It’s not 150 minutes, new study claims

How much exercise should you be doing a week? It’s not 150 minutes, new study claims

Time to start logging more minutes on the treadmill — think marathon distances. New research out Tuesday reimagines the rules for how much we should be exercising each week for heart health benefits, and it’s a lot more than we were previously told. Guidelines from the CDC and other health agencies recommend adults get at … Read more

The unexpected health benefits of a ‘hockey butt’ — and how to get it

The unexpected health benefits of a ‘hockey butt’ — and how to get it

Boys like big butts, and they cannot lie. Thanks to shows like “Heated Rivalry,” which gave ample screen time to the derrière, men aren’t aiming for washboard abs or bulging biceps at the gym — it’s all about thick thighs and a “hockey butt.” The obsession with a bootylicious behind extends beyond aesthetics. Turns out … Read more

Fitness trainer’s one basic habit to get anybody back in shape — with no equipment needed: ‘You’ve just got to get out there’

Fitness trainer’s one basic habit to get anybody back in shape — with no equipment needed: ‘You’ve just got to get out there’

Fitness influencer and trainer Mark Langowski, known on social media as @bodybymark, hosted a pushup and plank competition in New York City this week, where he urged the public to get up and get moving. On his platform of nearly two million Instagram followers, Langowski asks fit people to share their workout routines. He was able to meet … Read more

Exclusive | Paws, pop stars, ghosts & the mob: NYC’s quirkiest walking tours offer exercise and an eyeful

Exclusive | Paws, pop stars, ghosts & the mob: NYC’s quirkiest walking tours offer exercise and an eyeful

New Yorkers will stand in line for anything — cronuts, cold plunges, chaos — so naturally, the city’s walking tours have officially gone off the rails in the best possible way. Forget the basic Statue of Liberty selfie circuit. Across the five boroughs, tourists and locals alike are shelling out to stalk celebrity hotspots, descend … Read more

The buzzy protein trend that has fewer calories, fat and carbs — and won’t fill you up like a milkshake

The buzzy protein trend that has fewer calories, fat and carbs — and won’t fill you up like a milkshake

From snack bars and “proffee” to carnivore diets, protein consumption is being hyped up everywhere these days. Getting enough is crucial not just to build bigger muscles, but to help fight infection, provide energy and support wound healing as well. And the newest addition to “protein-maxxing”? Clear protein, a superstar nutrient that’s not your typical … Read more

The simple 20-minute workouts you should be doing at every age, from 20s to 80 and up

The simple 20-minute workouts you should be doing at every age, from 20s to 80 and up

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Exercise is the best medicine” — and for good reason. Regular movement improves sleep, boosts energy and supports mood while also strengthening the heart and lowering stress. It’s one of the most powerful tools for preventing, and even detecting, cardiovascular disease early, as symptoms such as shortness of breath often … Read more