In the thick of cold and flu season in the winter, U.S. death rates have ranged 8% to 12% higher than in warmer months, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Given this higher risk, experts say it’s more important than ever for people to take care of their health. …
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Your feet take you everywhere in life. So if you’ve ever wondered what determines your foot size, here’s a “best foot forward,” thanks to input from a doctor of podiatric medicine, and more. Read on to learn the “toe-tal” facts about why people have different shoe sizes. What determines foot …
Read More »7 common fitness mistakes older adults make and how to avoid them for better workouts
Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, optimal results. The general guideline is for healthy adults to get 150 minutes of moderate …
Read More »100-year-old great-grandmother reveals her secret of living a long life
Longevity is a lifestyle practice, according to 100-year-old Ruth Lemay, who has gone viral for sharing her vibrant energy and fitness routine. Lemay, who lives in Virginia Beach, was featured in a video while pedaling on a recumbent exercise bike at the gym. The video was posted by the health …
Read More »New exoskeleton built to boost endurance and cut fatigue
If you have ever wanted to walk longer, hike farther, climb more challenging trails or cycle with less strain, the Hypershell X Ultra is ready to assist you in all of those activities. This latest exoskeleton improves on earlier models and shows how wearable tech can unlock new levels of …
Read More »‘Great Lock-In’ becomes fall’s hottest wellness trend — here’s what it means
This fall, many people are turning over a new leaf well ahead of January. The “Great Lock-In” trend, which has gone viral on social media, is about using autumn’s slowdown to tighten routines, build healthy habits and reset before the holidays begin. Fox News Digital asked top experts how to …
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