Too much cardio after 40? Why women’s bodies may respond differently from men’s

For years, cardio was treated like the golden rule of fitness. Run more, sweat more, burn more. But for many women over 40, ...

Do women need to exercise differently from men – and ease up on cardio after 40?

A lot of fitness advice is based on research into people who don’t have periods, give birth or go through menopause. How much of it should be modified – or even thrown out?

“I wanted more women to feel the same way that I do”—a Pilates instructor shares the exact weekly routine she uses to boost energy, improve strength and move pai…

Evia Valeniece freely admits that she came late to the Pilates party. Now an in-demand BetterMe instructor with a dedicated ...

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano ‘at a similar level’ says mutual training partner

Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano collide in a five-round MMA showdown with nostalgic vibes this Saturday in California, on a show ...
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Seven therapist-backed tricks to help you start a run when you don’t feel like it

These quick mindset shifts can really work ...

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, ...

This over-50s strength method is built around just 3 exercises and 2 workouts a week

Swap overcomplicated routines for a simple, structured framework you can sustain long-term ...
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Can’t do jumping jacks? Try these low-impact exercises instead to get your heart pumping

Get a great cardio workout with these joint-friendly moves ...
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Women's Health unveils 30-minute functional core workout plan

New workout launch: Women's Health released a 30-minute functional core routine focusing on compound movements that mimic real-life activities. Why it matters: Functional core training strengthens key ...
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How Hannah Waddingham's gym-free approach keeps her strong at 51: 'Activate your muscles every day'

Hannah Waddingham’s approach to fitness is refreshingly realistic. The Women’s Health cover star says she’s never been a regular gym-goer, nor has she ever chased punishing workout trends. Instead, ...
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How Rachel Entrekin Led a ‘Paradigm Shift’ and Became the First Woman to Win Cocodona 250 Outright

Rachel Entrekin had three goals for the Cocodona 250 Mile. None of them were just for her. The first was for the women’s competitors to finish close to the 60-hour mark. The second was for a woman to ...