By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Jan. 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Walking or doing a few household chores may ...

In a study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, it was found that individuals with a genetic predisposition for higher levels of physical activity have ...

Physical function, social participation and perceived general health emerged as crucial drivers of physical activity among older adults, according to a comprehensive analysis of 77 UK studies.

Correspondence to Mr Rilind Shala, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Prishtina, Prishtina, Kosovo; rilindshala{at}hotmail.com Physical activity (PA) is one of the most ...

Objectives We assess the potential benefits of increased physical activity for the global economy for 23 countries and the rest of the world from 2020 to 2050. The main factors taken into account in ...

Physical inactivity is linked to more severe COVID-19 infection and a heightened risk of dying from the disease, finds a large U.S. study. Physical inactivity is linked to more severe COVID-19 ...

Childhood obesity is among the most concerning health issues in the United States, with the condition affecting about 1 in 5 kids. A lack of exercise at child care programs might be contributing to ...

The 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that children and youth ages 6 to 17 years participate in at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day of the week -- which ...