After a long day, many people experience that tight sensation in their neck or shoulders that slowly creeps in. If you feel these sensations more often than not, you may be holding excess stress and ...

The hindbrain's cerebellum is in charge of maintaining the body's equilibrium. Your posture is maintained by your musculoskeletal system. Your position is always controlled by the muscles, ligaments, ...

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety.

At the national level, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), estimates that 42.1 million people, or 18.1% of all adults (aged 18 years or older) in the United States smoke cigarettes.

Did you know that moving your body not only helps you stay physically strong, but it's also a superhero for your mind? When we talk about well-being in adulthood, it's key to understand that mental ...

Okay, quick show of hands: who else is finding life just a teensy tiny little bit ~stressful~ right now? From the heavy news cycle to the cost of living crisis, we (and our nervous systems) are all ...

Baduanjin’s slow, structured movements delivered reductions similar to certain medications, offering a scalable option for long-term heart health.

This one's not for the faint-hearted.

Two ancient Chinese mind-body practices -- Qigong and Tai Chi -- may have pain-relief potential for patients with cancer. (Translational Exercise Biomedicine) A survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults ...

Heavy leg exercises may increase production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that supports the growth and maintenance of nerves in the brain, Carbone said. This process, called ...