Planet Fitness’ free summer pass returns: What to know

Planet Fitness' summer pass allows teens to pre-register and work out for free. Here are the details.

11 minute 'brisk' walks every day could reduce early deaths, study finds

Doing 75 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity could reduce 1 in 10 early deaths, 1 in 20 cardiovascular disease diagnoses and nearly 1 in 30 cancer cases.

Equinox bans new members on January 1, sparking criticism

Equinox said it wasn't signing up new clients on January 1, calling the month a "fantasy delivered to your door in a pastel-colored box."

Peloton, Dick's Sporting Goods partner to sell equipment

The deal, announced Thursday, marks the exercise and equipment company's latest bid to broaden its market share and become more profitable ahead of the holiday season.

FDA bans Juul e-cigarette products

The FDA has decided to ban Juul e-cigarettes, citing safety concerns and saying they played a key role in the rise of youth vaping.

Australian man with chronic pain breaks world record for number of pushups done in 1 hour

Daniel Scali beat the previous world record for the number of pushups done in one hour by 100, according to Guinness, and all while suffering from a chronic pain condition called complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).

New study reveals best time of day to work out for fat loss, muscle strength

The timing of exercise remains a controversial topic, but a new study suggests there may be an optimal time to workout to get the specific results you desire.

Planet Fitness to offer high schoolers free gym membership

Participants will also be automatically entered for a chance to win a $500 scholarship, with one awarded per state.

Routine exercise could lead to Medicare savings later, study finds

A recent study revealed younger adults could annually save between $824 and $1,874 in later Medicare costs if they routinely exercise.

Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead

Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.

Is it safe to go to the gym during the coronavirus pandemic?

Is it safe to go to the gym during the pandemic? It depends on where you live and the precautions you and the gym take.

COVID-19 forces fitness instructors to start teaching online

The coronavirus is affecting people in every walk of life, even those who spend most of their time trying to get healthier.