https://www.cbsnews.com/ Healthwatch Fitness From CBSNews.com Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:54:53 -0400 5 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/weighted-vests-workout-benefits-risks-doctor/ A fitness trend has people donning extra pounds — in the form of a weighted vest — in order to intensify their workout. But is it safe? Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:38:07 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/10/21/18a796b0-0a62-490d-96a6-26391b2f0bd0/thumbnail/60x60/44e16dddb7788338063130e6b2e5fa2f/gettyimages-2193172363.jpg c840046e-d114-473b-b899-abfb917a4968 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/daily-steps-risk-death-chronic-diseases-analysis/ Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 18:30:10 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2025/07/22/50f73388-ad7d-4c28-9d5a-494b5e91d7d4/thumbnail/60x60/5e047a56cec9b89ec9d1dd31cf289d09/gettyimages-1192508928.jpg 38147d6b-f9d9-47dd-9858-67ad397eeccd https://www.cbsnews.com/news/micro-workout-benefits-expert-tips/ No time for fitness? Micro-workouts could help. We asked an exercise expert about the benefits and tips to get started. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:53:51 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/02/02/246094b4-fdbd-4e8f-b723-760482b85d7a/thumbnail/60x60/ff7b94f93ddcc4181bdd9b2613b7b4c2/gettyimages-1286129502.jpg fe6cab2b-9059-42ea-9293-ebe050d5a141 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-recommendations-measure-obesity-bmi/ Body Mass Index, or BMI, has long been criticized as an unreliable method for measuring obesity — and now a group of experts is sharing new recommendations for how to use it. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:32:21 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/05/30/2a5a75ef-2630-4c2d-a26c-6d0afdc24033/thumbnail/60x60/39b842f22b59cf9d3dfd600098d0822c/gettyimages-1500448393.jpg 8f710713-c9bb-4607-97e2-3525944b5051 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-to-calculate-moderate-intense-workout-heart-rate/ Looking to amp up your exercise​ as part of your New Year's resolutions​? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 07:00:03 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/12/30/ea8ddebc-823c-4dfc-9fb2-55c3d3a5cdba/thumbnail/60x60/6a41adddabe7eadf8b3a605224617383/gettyimages-948512492.jpg 412c1741-bb37-40f1-986b-6afeb2415fbb https://www.cbsnews.com/news/what-is-balance-bike-benefits-no-training-wheels-kids/ While bikes with training wheels teach kids to pedal, steer and brake, balance bikes focus on the balance aspect from the start. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:37:44 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/12/05/b42be074-e036-46c9-ba49-b167806b5c32/thumbnail/60x60/aa8e0c2ca11a74ce148c2798fbedf609/image.png c602cc51-d658-4358-90f3-fabb7df5114a https://www.cbsnews.com/news/live-extra-5-years-over-40-exercise/ Exercising​ like the most active 25% of Americans can help those over 40 add an extra 5 years to their life on average, according to new research. Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:31:22 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/11/14/466b861e-f5b9-4535-9b5a-9e6625b296e0/thumbnail/60x60/e76457117f9825ed0f90b0d40a3a48d8/gettyimages-1738724632.jpg e4d7302a-6843-441d-b52b-5d2aa3b1b470 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/viral-fart-walk-helps-digestion-blood-sugar/ This post-meal activity, dubbed the #FartWalk by social media user @mairlynsmith, can help you feel better in more ways than one. Here's what a nutritionist says about the trend. Sat, 10 Aug 2024 10:00:03 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/05/31/8aee5b11-f575-45e9-b2ee-3639924aa681/thumbnail/60x60/87451278945bf50fd102e315cb4bc18b/gettyimages-1464428197.jpg 10e1807c-d7fa-457a-997e-52fb715cb01b https://www.cbsnews.com/news/olympic-swimmer-cullen-jones-drowning-swim-lessons/ Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe. Thu, 25 Jul 2024 09:33:31 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/10/4dc24e58-9d7f-4904-8202-0e72e0b86007/thumbnail/60x60/b21a8abbffc3a1c10a93b2c230aa29bb/cullen-jones.jpg 1653d79d-c716-4b7a-972f-5360daae70bd https://www.cbsnews.com/news/fittest-city-united-states-top-10-rankings-revealed/ The rankings, from the American College of Sports Medicine and the Elevance Health Foundation, are based on 33 health indicators​, including different health behaviors and outcomes. Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:40:50 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/23/3c87fee0-1c37-4ec3-9522-64e327efbc60/thumbnail/60x60/2534318f7b5d54a54e61392349813d7f/gettyimages-1479153475.jpg f7bbca9d-ac66-4332-88a4-a9133f0af989 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/wrist-weight-walks-health-hack-toned-arms-tendonitis/ A workout that mindlessly tones your arms while getting some cardio in? If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it may be. Here's what experts say. Wed, 17 Jul 2024 09:05:16 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/03/87bb8f06-7e7b-4aae-a9b4-394d34d81fd0/thumbnail/60x60/2e9298079e8f81f9cb316119702552bb/gettyimages-1162103190.jpg 3d0a103a-59d8-4031-88b6-f076efd12e67 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/smart-watch-health-data-doctors-steps-sleep-heart/ Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count. Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/12/19/6b92471e-1ff2-4b2f-963b-41d00fe756be/thumbnail/60x60/aaaade0e6d70ea56dceedf1bc538a0e6/gettyimages-694034123.jpg 5618cd08-c87e-44a2-b096-7c1a56267cdc https://www.cbsnews.com/news/women-need-less-exercise-than-men-cardiovascular-study-american-college-cardiology/ A study published Monday revealed a gender gap in cardiovascular benefits when it comes to exercise. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 19:57:00 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/02/19/08da8654-9a06-4158-8548-7800caf0ce30/thumbnail/60x60/aca8fb49fb95a07bc45a9a69c88e1687/gettyimages-1706758.jpg 8c7ef62b-a55f-4128-8dec-24e0c72489c0 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/are-morning-or-night-workouts-better/ What's the best time for working out: morning, afternoon or evening? The answer isn't what you may think. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 06:00:28 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/01/29/13b41d7f-5f25-4171-a0f8-528ebb49e0f3/thumbnail/60x60/e5794e1626d4c5e1ce02b5e4ac3c1451/gettyimages-498617487.jpg b6f61616-a1a0-4611-bb16-d71fcedd186b https://www.cbsnews.com/news/calories-questions-answered-experts/ Calories can be confusing — but they don't have to be. We've got answers to your most-searched questions about calories. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 09:56:00 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2016/02/09/5b7e6d09-00f3-421e-b99a-2d1940f21f93/thumbnail/60x60/03a085eea2c550c97ef246cd9f63a0a1/nutrition-label.jpg ae97e987-22c5-4931-9a9e-654f57d680af https://www.cbsnews.com/news/should-you-eat-before-a-workout-expert-advice/ Is it better to eat before your workouts? Here's what experts recommend. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:19:55 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/01/07/d032dcfc-0d13-4108-805c-74cbbdbeb33b/thumbnail/60x60/9c6e4c1d6396d897d437bc60b5f77d96/gettyimages-948025940.jpg a7a9e6f4-95cc-4797-bbb0-7e5b93f8760b https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cardio-or-weights-first-how-to-workout/ Experts say you should both lift weights and do cardio — here's how to decide whether resistance training or aerobic exercise should come first in your workout. Mon, 01 Jan 2024 08:08:00 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/01/11/4ded526c-6b61-467c-b6e3-03c82d902dec/thumbnail/60x60/367da4e2c01c9c02600fd4d36e42f77c/gettyimages-162221498.jpg e5400f66-48c1-4200-a470-915343edebc8 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/weekend-workouts-exercise-benefits-study/ No time to exercise during the week? A new study suggests concentrating your workouts on the weekends may be just as good. Fri, 24 Nov 2023 22:09:11 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/11/21/0f7a37ea-5219-40d8-b763-673a84e0d0ea/thumbnail/60x60/515d671342845d407263f2dc32cbb4ca/gettyimages-1280950564.jpg a6823e7f-e6ab-4f8d-a513-4ddc4ec21093 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/8-steps-heart-health-slow-biological-aging-by-6-years/ The analysis used the American Heart Association's "Life's Essential 8" checklist​, a list of lifestyle behaviors, to determine individuals' levels of heart health. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:53:00 -0500 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/11/06/0ec959f6-3c45-4408-a770-52d737e16023/thumbnail/60x60/e494a307d0424d36b04018206fe6f6db/gettyimages-488335523.jpg e9d94c5b-5975-4515-9ee0-74c2b47c071d https://www.cbsnews.com/news/are-morning-workouts-better-for-weight-loss/ Medical weight loss physician Dr. Sue Decotiis told CBS News​ that the best exercise is whatever fits your schedule. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:28:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/06/13/acb8caec-0eb9-49a0-be43-bb50a09cc905/thumbnail/60x60/0646395a10d30f425d0d893cf6286bc9/runningshoesbeginnerguide-promoimg.jpg 149df468-4eed-484a-904c-249ae1ae280e https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-to-work-out-like-first-lady-jill-biden/ "I need to be with myself and find inner strength so I can be strong for everyone else," Biden tells Women's Health​ of prioritizing her fitness regime. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:17:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/01/b63e6f6c-71d2-494a-983c-ce5846a59c39/thumbnail/60x60/4d92a61f1e9a6223c2eb9b16dd86eabe/ap23212730376069.jpg 337480e5-49d9-4272-a6d1-a91ef093dbee https://www.cbsnews.com/news/minutes-of-exercise-cancer-risk-study/ The observational study followed more than 22,000 self-reported non-exercisers, using data from wearable devices to track daily activity. Thu, 27 Jul 2023 16:31:34 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/07/27/2b1c178b-8d90-4f1e-9853-6aae843bb1a4/thumbnail/60x60/d76ea08455268cbf9d6f20de94eded06/gettyimages-1331258860.jpg cd7e0d09-8a68-4917-9c78-c04a9fec6a05 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/americas-fittest-cities-2023-ranking-arlington/ The annual raking of the United States' fittest cities is here, and it's good news for those who live near the nation's capital. Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:52:37 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/07/18/5c1e641f-639a-4127-97b8-f86fd1f61457/thumbnail/60x60/0011f1ff725d8ede59318ff3f74c84d5/gettyimages-452418113.jpg 1742a90c-d9e9-4cac-8f0d-d049e98f2671 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-to-start-working-out-tips/ Whether the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted your exercise routine​ or life just got in the way, here are expert tips to get you back on track. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 06:00:08 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/03/28/9a985c94-6c95-404a-9a98-8f5ce92e20ef/thumbnail/60x60/39c02835ab27b8b0889f66d25c295d11/gettyimages-1313136968.jpg 3ec1e893-ead4-43b7-99c5-bbe7412e7ed0 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/walking-health-sitting-research/ Even if you exercise on a daily basis, taking short walking breaks throughout the day can help offset the harms of sitting, new research reveals. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:18:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/03/13/4efaab4c-d2d5-4a1a-be15-eb16bb6f3223/thumbnail/60x60/60a8f65887941461a3f68eb932778b3a/gettyimages-158808459.jpg 5e577e3b-6d70-441b-91bd-6a539b8f8d95 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hot-girl-walk-viral-fitness-trend-explained-tips/ Looking for a way to exercise your body and mind? We spoke to "hot girl walk" creator Mia Lind about her viral fitness trend. Thu, 09 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/03/06/83cf76d6-2ff4-4ddf-8f84-365a56573080/thumbnail/60x60/c39b91c6b11fcd36a24b28bea4945e58/gettyimages-918789438.jpg cc2c37c2-83cd-4e9c-8570-259b69c23853 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/what-to-eat-before-workout-foods-to-avoid/ Experts say eating the wrong foods right before hitting the gym can drag you down Fri, 30 Mar 2018 16:26:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2018/03/30/eaddf93c-4186-40ea-8659-41ef2c3d31da/thumbnail/60x60/beb1e976a6db3515f50ac49027933229/0330-health-workout-foods-00-00-15-13-still001-1534451-640x360.jpg 22b05de6-3eab-4c7a-9238-9ad00ac61458 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/get-the-most-out-of-your-workout-in-the-least-amount-of-time/ When it comes to exercise, quality trumps quantity, new research suggests Fri, 22 Sep 2017 12:26:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2016/05/25/56ea72e3-6594-487c-a7d4-ee15dab8ae6e/thumbnail/60x60/b26f273d10f3cf4f99006b1a0b30b343/gym-class.jpg fd6c423e-1ad4-4c2b-8134-03af5901669c https://www.cbsnews.com/news/weekend-warriors-exercise-health-benefits/ New research looks at the potential benefits of packing workouts into one or two sessions per week Mon, 09 Jan 2017 14:25:00 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2017/01/10/f7d32c53-fb4d-4555-931d-a02fedb9ec56/thumbnail/60x60/bb46dfaa013a678e393958b3d1433057/weekendwarrior2.jpg 49220159-fcb6-48d8-ba9f-00046017917d https://www.cbsnews.com/news/water-workout-aquatic-treadmill-hydrotherapy-exercise-trend/ Whether you're cross-training, looking for a low-impact workout, or rehabbing from injury or even stroke, this workout is making a splash Fri, 02 Sep 2016 10:38:00 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2016/09/02/cb2185f4-baec-4ae2-920e-d0d3ae503cf2/thumbnail/60x60/cfc5a4538c2c42038b2e1e0126a9e50d/istock-77708691-medium.jpg 387549cf-076c-4c3e-b292-4311aaa9dd6b