‘Flamingo Challenge’: Balancing on one leg may determine increased risk of death, study finds
Dubbed the “Flamingo Challenge,” a team of researchers wanted to find out whether a balance test might be a reliable indicator of a person’s risk of mortality.
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.
Study: Gym workouts may increase COVID-19 infection risk; here's how to stay safe
Researchers measured the exhaled breath at rest and during different exercise intensities among eight men and eight women.
Orangetheory celebrates #FreeBritney movement with free class to anyone named Britney
Anyone with the same name as the “Stronger” singer can get a free class at participating fitness studios through Aug. 20.
2 San Francisco brothers set record crossing large gap on a highline in Yosemite
Two brothers from San Francisco say they have set a record for the longest highline ever walked in both Yosemite National Park and California.
Google's acquisition of Fitbit appears designed to gather more personal data
Google has completed its $2.1B acquisition of fitness-gadget maker Fitbit, a deal that could help the internet company grow even stronger while regulators pursue antitrust issues.
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.
Even as more relief promised, frustrated California gym owner says Gov. Newsom just doesn't get it
"Newsom does not understand, he does not," fumed Adam Kovacs.
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.
North Bay gym members hope risk is 'worth it' as they reopen amid COVID-19
Some gyms require reservations now to avoid overcrowding.
24 Hour Fitness files for bankruptcy as it closes more than 130 US gyms
The California-based company is the latest casualty of the outbreak, announcing the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on June 15.
24 Hour Fitness announces permanent closure of 10 Bay Area locations
As it became clear that the COVID-19 shutdown would be prolonged, the chain suspended billing members as of April 16.
South Jersey gym reopens in defiance of governor's order, owners cited
Police in Camden County told the owners of a New Jersey gym that reopened this morning that they were “formally” in violation of the state’s shutdown order before telling them to "have a good day."
Gym owner leads rooftop workouts in Brazil
Ivan Nascimento is continuing to work out, but now he's sharing his routines with members of his community in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
California owner defies orders and opens gym, calling it essential
"I'm big on the Constitution," Jacob Lewis said. "So if you want to wear a mask, wear a mask. If you don't, don't. If you want to come in, great, use it. If you don't want to come in, stay at home."
Walking 10,000 steps each day won't aid with weight loss, study suggests
We may have been too foolish to believe that mere walking would be the answer to our weight problems.
A third of Americans would give up sex for a year in exchange for the perfect body, study claims
A new study shows that one in three people in the US would stop having sex for a year to achieve their fitness goals.
San Quentin marathon offers inmates a sense of freedom
Aged 22 to 72, the competitors are all members of the maximum-security prison’s 1,000 Mile Club and include inmates incarcerated for rape, attempted murder and other charges.
Peloton faces backlash, market losses over holiday ad that company says was ‘misinterpreted’
Critics of the high-end exercise equipment maker say the ad is sexist and classist.