On the field or bike path, it can prevent serious injury
It can be dangerous for some people
Expert offers tips on reducing the risk
Reduce the emotional and physical tolls of the season
Athletes, make sure your mouthguard fits
Just 30 minutes a day can spur healthy changes, study finds
Meridia study found weight loss doubled if patients also changed lifestyles
Tips to reduce jet lag
Better habits could prevent 80% of heart disease, 90% of type 2 diabetes, expert says
They can reduce your risk of problems like heart disease and dementia, experts say
Exercise may equal medication in easing depression, experts say
Weight-loss plans should be paired with success strategies, experts say
It's a great way to avoid injury
Rough contact causes only small fraction of injuries in young players, study finds
Healthy lifestyle, proper meds and family support can control this dangerous disease
MRI scans found those who did showed improvements in joints
Questions to ask
Don't wait until thirsty
Experts note health problems might explain trend
Study found those who walked one for a year lost average of 14 pounds
How you burn energy is key
It's a prime cause of back injury
People don't need to run marathons to see big changes, study finds
High levels of protein tend to occur only with other cardiovascular risk factors, study says
Additional 2% decrease in chronic disease deaths adds up to 36 million lives saved worldwide over next decade, experts say
Coupled with healthy diet, it reduces stomach pain and diarrhea, study says
Experts see gains in ever-decreasing levels, with even 'normal' people benefiting from statins
Contact sports can increase risk
Stress, plus lack of exercise may contribute, researchers say
Study finds older mice get a mental boost from a workout
Elderly runners felt better despite a higher rate of fractures, study found
This type of fat lying around organs is especially unhealthy, experts warn
Daily clean-ups encourage clean bill of health, study finds
Don't overdo it
Staying fit a lifesaver regardless of cholesterol levels, study finds
But check with your doctor to determine the best workout, experts advise
Use cold compress first, then apply the heat, experts say
As more kids play competitive sports, care must be taken to ensure safety, experts say
Don't overdo it
If you're sick, they'll do you no good
And cleaner, greener environments get people exercising, study suggests
Home environment a strong predictor of childhood overweight, study finds
It boosted exercise rates throughout the day, study found
Study is first to show lifestyle changes battle malignancy
Make sure someone is nearby
Never stretch a cold muscle
But an active lifestyle pays dividends for all, researchers say
Benefits may be linked to 'mindful' changes in health habits, experts say
Even moderate levels of activity produce results, study finds
Suggestions for a safe workout