Studies

The Link Between Severe COVID and Exercise Is Even Stronger Than We Thought

12/15/2022

The Link Between Severe COVID and Exercise Is Even Stronger Than We Thought

Doctors have long said that exercising can decrease the risk of severe outcomes of COVID-19, like hospitalization and death, but it's never quite been clear how much exercise is necessary to see those effects.

How Often Should You Work Out? Here's What New Research Says

08/19/2022

How Often Should You Work Out? Here's What New Research Says

There's so much information out there about fitness and how to reach your goals that it can feel a bit overwhelming.

Are You an Elite Sleeper? Here's How to Tell

04/13/2022

Are You an Elite Sleeper? Here's How to Tell

Not to make sleeping a competition or anything, but it turns out some people are just naturally better at catching zzz's.

If You Really Want Better Sleep, Start Strength Training

03/03/2022

If You Really Want Better Sleep, Start Strength Training

It's no secret that exercise can help you sleep better, longer, and more deeply, but cardio has always seemed to have the edge over resistance training, at least in the popular imagination.

Exercising After a Vaccine Shot May Increase Effectiveness

02/25/2022

Exercising After a Vaccine Shot May Increase Effectiveness

Exercise is known for its immunity-boosting powers (among all the other numerous benefits), but turns out, working out doesn't just help your immune system in a general way.

Here's How Long Your COVID Booster Provides Protection

02/17/2022

Here's How Long Your COVID Booster Provides Protection

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 200 million Americans have received their COVID-19 booster shots — and those millions of people are starting to wonder exactly how long the booster's protection lasts.

The Best Ways to Make Sure Your Face Mask Fits Correctly, According to a New Study

02/09/2022

The Best Ways to Make Sure Your Face Mask Fits Correctly, According to a New Study

The fit of your face mask has a lot to do with how effective it is — the tighter the better for filtering your breath and keeping others safe from viral particles, including those of COVID-19.

The COVID Vaccine Doesn't Affect Fertility, but COVID Itself Does

02/04/2022

The COVID Vaccine Doesn't Affect Fertility, but COVID Itself Does

The COVID-19 vaccine does come with side effects, and there have long been rumors and misinformation that infertility is one of them.

Want to Live Longer? New Study Shows You Should Focus More on Exercise Than Weight Loss

10/04/2021

Want to Live Longer? New Study Shows You Should Focus More on Exercise Than Weight Loss

If you want to live a longer life, a recent study published in iScience shows that it's more important to focus on exercise than weight loss.

So, Apparently Your Workouts Aren't Burning as Many Calories as You Think They Are, a Study Says

09/23/2021

So, Apparently Your Workouts Aren't Burning as Many Calories as You Think They Are, a Study Says

If you've ever calculated the calories you burn in your workouts and wondered why they don't add up to more pounds dropped, well, turns out there's a scientific reason for that — and no, it's not just that you might eat a little more after a tough workout.

Trying to Lose Weight? A New Study Shows Why You May Want to Try a Low-Fat Vegan Diet

02/12/2021

Trying to Lose Weight? A New Study Shows Why You May Want to Try a Low-Fat Vegan Diet

If losing weight is one of your 2021 goals, you may want to consider a low-fat vegan diet.

As If We Needed an Excuse For More, Study Says Wine and Cheese Are Good For Your Brain

12/17/2020

As If We Needed an Excuse For More, Study Says Wine and Cheese Are Good For Your Brain

The next time you're contemplating whether to pour another glass of wine and slice up some extra brie, remember that science says you should do it for your brain.