Many of us have made New Year’s resolutions to work on our health, and we know that getting active is good for you physically and mentally. Gyms are packed at this time of year, but staying motivated ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. How to make treadmill workouts more exciting. (Getty Creative) (nd3000 via Getty Images) Treadmills are a staple of every gym, but ...

Let’s face it – traditional cardio workouts can feel like punishment. The monotonous treadmill sessions, the endless elliptical marathons, the dreadful feeling when someone suggests “going for a run.” ...

Bears hibernate in the winter for a reason. It's cold, the food is scarce, and the elements make getting out and staying active challenging. But bears are just big, furry homebodies. On the other hand ...

Forget the monotonous gym routine – shaking your body to music might be the most effective exercise you’re not doing. Let’s face it – traditional workouts can feel like punishment. The endless ...

Although we’re no longer confined to our home gyms, there’s something nice about having our workout space within arm’s reach. Many exercisers still prefer at-home workouts, according to a report from ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Working out with a friend can help exercise go from a chore to something you look forward to, experts say. (Getty Images) ...

Look outside. Even if you see a low, gray Seattle sky threatening to rain, it’s nearly always a good day to exercise, according to Peter Barkett, M.D., internal medicine physician with Kaiser ...

Instructor Leslie Sokol leads a group of seniors through a seated dance workout, combining stretching, strengthening, and social connection. (Leslie Sokol's Dance photo) No matter your age, it’s never ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. When it comes to staying active, the biggest challenge often ...

Treadmills are a staple of every gym, but not everybody loves them. For some, the monotony of walking or running in place makes it the “dreadmill.” But there’s a good reason to use the machine, says ...