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We all know the health benefits of walking at least 10,000 steps a day, but did you know that walking for fitness - is also one of the most effective low-impact aerobic workouts you can do? Here are tips to get started, followed by a 45-minute routine that focuses on keeping a rhythm as you walk.

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We’ve all seen studies that say prolonged sitting - you know, the kind we do all day at work - can be bad for our health. We put together 10 exercises to show you how to use this simple piece of furniture and your own body weight to tone your muscles from top to toes.

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Your phone can help you lead a healthier, happier life - you just need to know the right apps to download. Whether you’re trying to mix up your workout routine or looking for help planning weekly meals, mobile phone apps can help.

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At the start of a new year, roughly one in three Americans resolve to make changes, yet only about 8 percent actually keep them. We’ve rounded up some great workouts and healthy dishes that will easily fit into any schedule - and only take 15 minutes each!

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It’s easy to love one-pot dinners because they’re efficient - easy prep and easy clean up. We’ve rounded up seven stress-free options that are not only easy to prepare, they’re also kid-friendly. There’s something to please everyone (and more time for you) with this delectable week of meals.

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Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian or simply looking to add more veggies into your diet and reduce how much meat you eat, broaden your culinary horizons by incorporating #MeatlessMondays into your weekly food rotation.

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Did you know getting at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week can lead to improved fitness and improved academic performance? The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) came up with a solution: Use your parks and rec to get the whole family moving now and during the school year!

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To date, PHA and its partners have reached 1.1 million people on Twitter with the Back to School promotional effort. There are many more giveaways yet to come, including prizes from Target, Nalgene, Uncle Ben’s and Fitbit!

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Many of us can recall a special Olympic moment that inspired us to try our hand at a new sport, and for those of you who have ever dreamed of actually becoming an Olympian, NBC Olympics and the United States Olympic Committee want to help make your Olympic dreams a reality through Gold Map.

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Jody Braunig, Executive Director of the New Orleans chapter of Girls on the Run, never could have imagined that a luxury car company could help her transform the lives of at-risk youth in New Orleans - a city where the obesity rate is 5 percent higher than the national average…

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Eating more of these good-for-you superfoods doesn’t have to mean sitting at your desk crunching raw crudité! Check out our top favorite ideas to try today.

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No time? No space? No equipment? No problem! All you need is a little bit of space, a killer playlist and the right moves. Here are some no-equipment-required, at-home bodyweight workout ideas that you can squeeze in anytime and anywhere.

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Between work and school, most days there are more commitments than time to meet them. Sometimes it seems impossible to fit one more thing into the schedule, no matter how good it is for you. If that includes making it to the gym, here’s a solution: Turn fitness into a family activity!

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Just as industry experts predict food trends at the start of each year, the American College of Sports Medicine has some idea of how you will get up and moving in 2016. Although we’re heading into the third month of 2016, many of these trends may help give you some new ideas to up your fitness game.

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This beloved fruit (why yes, they are a fruit!) has played a starring role on toast, in smoothies, in baked goods and so much more. What’s not to love? To celebrate this delectable dietary dynamo, we present you six reasons why we love avocados.

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Many of us try to provide our families with healthy meals… all the while juggling work, school, practices and everything else that happens during the week. The good news is, you don’t have to be a gourmet chef to make nutritious meals, nor do you need to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.