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My phone is helping me complete the 2,190 mile virtual hike, starting from my own front door.

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The double challenge of protecting our health, including our immune systems, while battling unhealthy temptations is a common struggle.

The stress of COVID-19 has led many of us to some unhealthy habits; here's how to get back on track.

Stick to whole grains and greens, stay hydrated and exercise.

After my marriage collapsed, I realized I had to transform my life.

Four of 10 Americans make resolutions each new year. The biggest payoff comes from ones that lead to better health. Here are five fabulous health resolutions.

2020 brings the opportunity for fresh starts and resolutions, but every resolution brings the question: How will we keep the promises we make to ourselves?

Serious sweat sessions at the gym have longterm health benefits, including lowering your risk of dying from heart disease, cancer or other causes, a new study found.

Both high-intensity workouts, such as aerobic exercise or using exercise machines, and low-intensity activity, such as yoga or stretching, can lower depression risk.

This mom of three kids shares her love of Tough Mudder races and how she became herself again after having children.

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