11 minute 'brisk' walks every day could reduce early deaths, study finds
Doing 75 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity could reduce 1 in 10 early deaths, 1 in 20 cardiovascular disease diagnoses and nearly 1 in 30 cancer cases.
North Carolina man, once obese, inspired by Navy SEAL to quit drinking, get fit and radically alter his life
Taylor Robertson, 27, hopes to inspire others and eventually complete the Ironman.
Equinox bans new members on January 1, sparking criticism
Equinox said it wasn't signing up new clients on January 1, calling the month a "fantasy delivered to your door in a pastel-colored box."
Peloton, Dick's Sporting Goods partner to sell equipment
The deal, announced Thursday, marks the exercise and equipment company's latest bid to broaden its market share and become more profitable ahead of the holiday season.
‘Flamingo Challenge’: Balancing on one leg may determine increased risk of death, study finds
Dubbed the “Flamingo Challenge,” a team of researchers wanted to find out whether a balance test might be a reliable indicator of a person’s risk of mortality.
Australian man with chronic pain breaks world record for number of pushups done in 1 hour
Daniel Scali beat the previous world record for the number of pushups done in one hour by 100, according to Guinness, and all while suffering from a chronic pain condition called complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength
The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.
Study: Gym workouts may increase COVID-19 infection risk; here's how to stay safe
Researchers measured the exhaled breath at rest and during different exercise intensities among eight men and eight women.
Routine exercise could lead to Medicare savings later, study finds
A recent study revealed younger adults could annually save between $824 and $1,874 in later Medicare costs if they routinely exercise.
Edina personal trainer completes world record 715 burpees in 1 hour
As a personal trainer, it’s no surprise Stephanie Tennessen knows how to stay in shape, but when it comes to burpees, she’s royalty.
North Bay race organizer fined $6K for holding race during pandemic
Similar events have been canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions, but Matt Dockstader tried to hold what he called a hybrid event.
Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Insensitive, wrong and racist:’ Trainer on leave over ‘I Can’t Breathe’ workout at Wisconsin gym
An Anytime Fitness in Wauwatosa is catching major heat over posting a workout titled, "I Can't Breathe," TMZ reported Wednesday, June 10. Some have said the workout sign was wrong, if not racist. With controversy growing, the corporate office issued a statement slamming the workout. Members said they have a lot of questions, too.
Minnesota CrossFit gyms ask state to reclassify them so they can open sooner
About 100 CrossFit gyms are coming together to ask the state of Minnesota to re-classify them so they can open sooner than other gyms.
How Minnesota's Stay Safe plan changes from Phase 1 to Phase 4
A new dashboard from the Minnesota Department of Health outlines the four phases of reopening Minnesota.
Life Time Fitness CEO: 'No choice' but to furlough 90 percent of 40,000 employees
Life Time Fitness CEO Bahram Akradi says 90 percent of his 40,000 employees will need to be furloughed unless the government gives him a specific date to re-open his clubs.
Minnesota DNR unveils 'No Child Left Inside' outdoor education grant program
Public entities and nonprofits serving children can soon apply for $182,000 of grant funding from the Minnesota DNR if they plan to use the money to help get kids outdoors.