5+ day, 11+ hour ago   (1130+ words) Spoiler alert: The benefits go a long way in supporting healthy aging. It’s a familiar rite of passage: You hit the big 5-0, and suddenly life feels a little harder. Maybe the grocery bags are starting to feel like lead, you’re…...

5+ day, 18+ hour ago   (645+ words) Podiatrists explain how to protect your foot health when you shop. Foot health is determined by many factors, and a big one is how well—or not so well—our shoes fit. Many of us don’t give this point a…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (35+ words) Whether you spend a lot of time on your feet for your job or you have regular intense workouts, it’s likely that you’ve experienced sore, aching legs and swollen feet at some point or another....

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (33+ words) And it’s understandable people want to do everything they can to keep their brains sharp: The risk for cognitive impairment increases after age 55 and 20% of 85-year-olds live with some form of......

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (549+ words) These stretches can relieve lower back pain. Meet the Experts: Melissa Bentivoglio, a certified pilates instructor and co-founder of Frame Fitness; David Hughes, P.T., D.P.T., a physical therapist at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush; and Maeve McEwen, C.P.T., a certified personal trainer and director…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (323+ words) I was surprised by how comfy these walking shoes felt with their firm footbed and contoured arch support. Whenever I’m trying walking shoes, I usually gravitate toward pairs with soft, cloud-like cushioning (like my tried-and-true Hokas!). But, as it turns…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (321+ words) I tried the lightweight shoes to evaluate their cushioning, arch support, and overall comfort. The Aero Sparks also feature an engineered mesh upper and a streamlined interior material for reduced weight and friction. I found this material to feel soft,…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (1055+ words) Experts share their favorite picks along with tips on choosing the right running shoes for you. Running is a great way to stay active at any age, but the shoes that worked for you years ago may not be the…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (428+ words) I put two of the brands’ most cushioned sneakers to the test to compare their fit, arch support, and more. They deliver a plush, lightweight, and responsive feel with the brand’s Ultra Flight and Max Cushioning, and are designed with…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (414+ words) You don’t need a full studio setup to make home workouts more effective. Below, with the help of our fitness experts, we broke down the main pieces of Pilates gear, apparel, and accessories to get you started. “A Pilates mat…...