NYC outdoor pools open June 28
School is out, summer is here, and New York City's free outdoor pools are once again welcoming swimmers for the summer.
School is out, summer is here, and New York City's free outdoor pools are once again welcoming swimmers for the summer.
‘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.
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).
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.
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.
East Harlem boxing gym teaches women to claim their space
Reese Scott, known as "Coach Reese," started on a journey of self-discovery nearly two decades ago that led to her becoming a fighter and eventually the founder and owner of Women's World of Boxing in East Harlem.
Reese Scott, known as "Coach Reese," started on a journey of self-discovery nearly two decades ago that led to her becoming a fighter and eventually the founder and owner of Women's World of Boxing in East Harlem.
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.
Researchers measured the exhaled breath at rest and during different exercise intensities among eight men and eight women.
NYC Fitness Week: Studios offering deals on workouts
Participating studios are offering buy-one-get-one-free promos on classes. Some studios are also offering discounts on memberships. More than 150 studios are participating.
Participating studios are offering buy-one-get-one-free promos on classes. Some studios are also offering discounts on memberships. More than 150 studios are participating.
Weight-loss drug called Wegovy receives FDA approval
Wegovy — an under-the-skin injection that showed promise in weight-loss clinical trials — is the first drug approved for chronic weight management since 2014.
Wegovy — an under-the-skin injection that showed promise in weight-loss clinical trials — is the first drug approved for chronic weight management since 2014.
Lifeguard shortage poses challenges for beaches, pools
New York City beaches are open with lifeguards on duty seven days a week for the summer. But a nationwide shortage of lifeguards is challenging many pools and beaches.
New York City beaches are open with lifeguards on duty seven days a week for the summer. But a nationwide shortage of lifeguards is challenging many pools and beaches.
New Yorkers with 'long COVID' getting help
Nitza Rochez's battle with COVID was nothing compared to what she experienced once she recovered from the virus in March 2020. Then she got help at Mount Sinai's Center for Post-COVID Care.
Nitza Rochez's battle with COVID was nothing compared to what she experienced once she recovered from the virus in March 2020. Then she got help at Mount Sinai's Center for Post-COVID Care.
Coney Island, other NYC beaches open for swimming Saturday
All eight public beaches managed by New York City's Parks Department open to swimming on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Lifeguards will be on duty every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
All eight public beaches managed by New York City's Parks Department open to swimming on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Lifeguards will be on duty every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How robots help older New Yorkers fight social isolation
Many older Americans deal with loneliness and social isolation. New York has partnered with a robotics company to place an interactive "robot" named ElliQ in the homes of about 800 senior citizens. So what does ElliQ do?
Many older Americans deal with loneliness and social isolation. New York has partnered with a robotics company to place an interactive "robot" named ElliQ in the homes of about 800 senior citizens. So what does ElliQ do?
Peloton faces slowing sales, mounting losses
Peloton's uphill ride to get more sales just got rougher as more people return to gyms and other pre-pandemic exercise routines and embrace cheaper options.
Peloton's uphill ride to get more sales just got rougher as more people return to gyms and other pre-pandemic exercise routines and embrace cheaper options.
These 3 steps may reduce cancer risk in older adults, study suggests
Researchers in Switzerland said they noticed a reduced cancer risk among their participants over a three-year period.
Researchers in Switzerland said they noticed a reduced cancer risk among their participants over a three-year period.
Lifting weights for 3 seconds a day increases muscle strength, study suggests
Researchers wanted to figure out the minimum amount of exercise needed to actually improve a person’s strength, hoping it will lead to a healthier lifestyle and overall advancement in exercise.
Researchers wanted to figure out the minimum amount of exercise needed to actually improve a person’s strength, hoping it will lead to a healthier lifestyle and overall advancement in exercise.
Study: Exercise can strengthen brain function, prevent dementia
In a study published last week in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, researchers found that exercise helped protect the brain from dementia.
In a study published last week in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, researchers found that exercise helped protect the brain from dementia.
Fit people drink more than those who don’t exercise
Fit adults are more likely to consume alcohol than people who don't exercise.
Fit adults are more likely to consume alcohol than people who don't exercise.
NYRR races will require runners to be vaccinated against COVID
After consulting public health experts and government officials, NYRR said it will require all runners of its adult races to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
After consulting public health experts and government officials, NYRR said it will require all runners of its adult races to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Liteboxer: Punching your way to fitness
Liteboxer is an internet-connected exercise machine that guides you through a boxing-inspired workout. You can use the machine on its own or you can get a membership to access premium content.
Liteboxer is an internet-connected exercise machine that guides you through a boxing-inspired workout. You can use the machine on its own or you can get a membership to access premium content.
Exercise lowers the risk of breast cancer, studies show
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.