Preserving muscle is particularly important for aging women, Fonz the Trainer noted, as it helps to prevent osteopenia and ...

The region offers a host of recreational league opportunities and family activities throughout the year. Here are some local ...

High-intensity interval training, also known as HIIT, is a great way to improve your overall cycling performance. Working ...

Forget protein shakes and six-packs—exercise might be the brain’s best friend. Research shows it helps memory, mood, and ...

Pickleball delivers cardio, fitness, and fun, and it’s attracted investments from LeBron James and Tom Brady. Here’s why it’s ...

Alyson Lashley was the guest speaker at Thursday’s meeting of the West Point Rotary Club, held at Johnny’s Pizza. A retired physical education instructor from the Russell County school system, Lashley ...

As we get older, the quality of our sleep decreases naturally, and for many elderly people, having a good night's sleep seems like an impossible dream. Research indicates that as many as 1 in 5 older ...

Exercise has long been thought to improve the quantity and quality of a person’s sleep. A new study shows which forms of exercise are most likely to benefit people battling insomnia. A Maryland-based ...

Physical activity is crucial for people who aspire to maintain their overall health as their body’s age. Exercise improves flexibility, contributes to a healthy weight, reduces the risk for chronic ...

When you can't seem to stop tossing and turning at night, your first port of call may be to reach for sleeping pills or – for the more wellness-oriented – the odd dose of melatonin or magnesium.

The Surry County Health and Nutrition Center will celebrate the end of summer with their 3rd Annual Color Fun Run on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Dobson Square Park, located ...