Exercise or relaxation—which truly lowers panic attacks? New research suggests one clearly outperforms the other, and the ...

Research suggests compounds in foods like blackberries and kale can influence brain chemistry tied to motivation and activity ...

Breathing technique plays an important role in exercise performance, especially during high-intensity workouts. Although the human respiratory system is predisposed to switch to mouth breathing, ...

A study in Germany found that a 30-minute session of moderate-intensity physical exercise reduced rumination in depressed individuals compared to sitting. The reduction was visible in both ...

Muscle isn’t enough. Here’s what you need for a more comprehensive approach to your workouts.

A new study suggests that cutting sedentary time by just 30 minutes a day can improve insulin sensitivity and metabolic ...

People with mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, depression or bipolar disorder die on average 10 to 20 years earlier than the general population. The main causes of this are cardiovascular and ...

Exploring Holistic Learning is a new physical education course happening this semester at Emory, combining physical activity with traditional learning and dialogue. The course replaces the classroom ...

Pliny the Elder was an intellectual powerhouse of ancient Rome. Though not a physician, in describing the ideal daily routine ...

A new study suggests that HIIT workouts may help preserve lean mass in older adults compared to moderate exercise—but changes were small. Here's what to know.

When you exercise, your muscles need fuel. That fuel is largely glucose. If the session is steady and moderate, muscles ...