A new study, submitted at the American Heart Association (AHA) scientific meeting in Orlando, seems to indicate that at least some of the Nintendo Wii games have an exercise benefit. Nintendo and others coined the word "exer-gaming" when referring to some of the games on the console, which actually work up a sweat.

Older people with stronger muscles are at reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

It was a concern during my wife's pregnancy: don't get gestational diabetes because then the baby will be really large. While she never got that issue, a new study indicates that exercise during pregnancy helps keep newborn size normal.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends we get 30 minutes of moderate to intense exercise 5 days a week. Most of us do not even workout 30 minutes 3 days a week. With today's schedules it seems the only exercises we do is with our fingers on the keyboard. If you are stuck at your desk all day at work there are some simple exercises you can do through out the day they will help you burn calories and make you feel better too.

It's impossible to try to start a new exercise trend without a snazzy new name. The latest is the "Skinny Jeans Workout."

There's a day for everything, and running is no exception. Wednesday, for those of you joggers, marathoners or just plain walkers, is National Running Day.

Fat is considered the enemy. We try to eat a fat-free diet and avoid fat at all costs. It’s important to understand, though, that not all fats are bad and some are actually necessary for a healthy diet and proper nutrition.

No Limits, Southern California’s most all-inclusive mixed martial arts (MMA) academy and event center, has issued a challenge to overweight Orange County residents. The academy will kick off its 12-Week Weight Loss Challenge on March 27 by offering program participants the tools to transform their bodies and lives one pound at a time.

Residential weight loss program begins a new semester on East and West Coasts

Samantha Chang of the Improper.com (www.theimproper.com) shares her secret for enhancing mood--and improving your health.

Busy executives know the importance of structure and regularity in juggling business responsibilities. But should you be so rigid when it comes to your nutrition and fitness routines and choices? If you want to get fit, lose weight and live a longer, stronger life then become aware and conscious of the real effects of some of your nutrition and exercise choices.

Go green to bit depression. 71 per cent report depression decrease after green walk, 22 per cent report depression increase after urban walk.