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December 4, 2024 at 4:34 PM

Small bursts of activity can slash heart risks for women

Running to catch a bus or climbing a few flights of stairs can make a difference, data shows.
December 4, 2024 at 4:34 PM
A woman walks up the stairs in a undated stock photo.
November 25, 2024 at 3:54 PM

How to stay motivated with fitness during the holidays

ABC News’ Will Ganss talks to fitness coach Shaun T. about setting yourself up for success as we gear up for Thanksgiving.
November 25, 2024 at 3:54 PM
VIDEO: How to stay motivated with fitness during the holidays
November 20, 2024 at 3:55 PM

New study connects exercise to dementia

"GMA" explains a new study about exercising to reduce your risk of developing dementia.
November 20, 2024 at 3:55 PM
VIDEO: New study connects exercise to dementia
November 15, 2024 at 8:42 PM

Physical activity could add up to 11 years to life, study shows

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton talks about how exercise can add up to 11 years to your life. 
November 15, 2024 at 8:42 PM
VIDEO: Physical activity could add up to 11 years to life, study shows
November 15, 2024 at 4:05 PM

New study finds exercise can extend your life

ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton explains a new study showing that adding just an hour of daily activity could extend your lifespan by years.
November 15, 2024 at 4:05 PM
VIDEO: New study finds exercise can extend your life
1 month ago

How to prevent high cholesterol

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton talks risks of high cholesterol and the ways you can prevent it. 
1 month ago
VIDEO: How to prevent high cholesterol
1 month ago

5 extra minutes of exercise could help lower blood pressure: Study

ABC News Medical Correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down the new study from the CDC.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 5 extra minutes of exercise could help lower blood pressure: Study
1 month ago

What balancing on 1 leg could say about your health

Dr. Stephanie Widmer joins GMA to discuss a new study about balance.
1 month ago
VIDEO: What balancing on 1 leg could say about your health
2 months ago

Climbing stairs may be the most effective exercise to burn calories, study shows

Physiologist and biomechanist Dr. Alberto Minetti has done extensive research on human locomotion to explain why going up stairs is so effective for burning calories in a short amount of time.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Climbing stairs may be the most effective exercise to burn calories, study shows
6 months ago

Workouts for your strongest summer ever

Fitness coaches James McMillian, Jessie Diaz-Herrera and Maddy Defreece show how to make the most out of summer weather with outdoor workouts.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Workouts for your strongest summer ever
7 months ago

Vegetarian diet linked to improved cardiovascular health, study shows

A new study finds that a vegetarian diet is linked to improved cardiovascular risk factors, but not lower death rates. Dr. Darien Sutton explains.
7 months ago
VIDEO: Vegetarian diet linked to improved cardiovascular health, study shows
7 months ago

How can I tone my muscles without getting too bulky?

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton answers your health questions and shares how to face your fears.
7 months ago
How can I tone my muscles without getting too bulky?
7 months ago

Personalized weight loss programs work better, study shows

A new study shows that personalized weight loss programs work better than standardized plans. ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains.
7 months ago
Personalized weight loss programs work better, study shows
8 months ago

New study on benefits of walking while working

Researchers have found that changing from a sitting to an active workstation can be good for the body and mind.
8 months ago
VIDEO: New study on benefits of walking while working
9 months ago

Tips on finding health advice online

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darien Sutton discusses finding reliable health information online.
9 months ago
VIDEO: Tips on finding health advice online
9 months ago

The ultimate resistance band workout

Peloton instructor Adrian Williams shares easy resistance band workouts that will make a big difference.
9 months ago
VIDEO: The ultimate resistance band workout
9 months ago

Workout gear for beginners

Getting ready to kickstart your fitness journey? Peloton instructor Adrian Williams shares must-have workout gear for beginners.
9 months ago
VIDEO: Workout gear for beginners
9 months ago

How to move past a weight loss plateau and feel more energized

Dr. William Li, author of “Eat to Beat Your Diet” and ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton discuss how to reset metabolism and continue losing weight.
9 months ago
VIDEO: How to move past a weight loss plateau and feel more energized
9 months ago

These 3 exercises found to be the best for treating depression

A new study adds to emerging evidence that exercise is a treatment option for depression.
9 months ago
A group of people exercising in this stock image.
10 months ago

Personal trainer’s life mission

ABC News’ Danny New spoke with the viral personal trainer motivating his clients to strive for greatness!
10 months ago
VIDEO: Personal trainer’s life mission
10 months ago

Women get same exercise benefit as men, with less effort, study finds

A new study finds that women experience greater benefits than men with lower amounts of exercise.
10 months ago
A woman and man work out in this undated stock photo.
10 months ago

Study finds women get same benefits from exercise with less effort

According to the study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, men need to work out twice as hard to get the same benefits.
10 months ago
VIDEO: Study finds women get same benefits from exercise with less effort
10 months ago

New study shows that women get all the benefits of exercise as men with less effort

Researchers had people walk briskly or ride a bike, with women seeing health benefits in less time than men.
10 months ago
VIDEO: New study shows that women get all the benefits of exercise as men with less effort
10 months ago

New study on the impact of exercise on depression

ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton explains the results of a new study which found that certain types of exercise may be more beneficial than others in treating the condition.
10 months ago
VIDEO: New study on the impact of exercise on depression
10 months ago

Get in the groove with a new fitness routine

Trainers Teddy Savage and Harry King teamed up with "GMA" sponsor Planet Fitness to demonstrate some fun new moves to motivate everyone at any level.
10 months ago
VIDEO: Get in the groove with a new fitness routine
10 months ago

New study looks at effect of Mediterranean diet on Alzheimer's diagnosis

A new study published in JAMA Neurology found the popular diet may be one way people can protect themselves from signs of Alzheimer's disease, which affects 6.7 million older Americans.
10 months ago
VIDEO: New study looks at effect of Mediterranean diet on Alzheimer's diagnosis
1 year ago

How to jump-start your fitness routine this year

If you're still struggling to jump-start your fitness routine for the new year, Physique 57's Torrey McAnena and Adam Dickerson have some tips and inspiration.
1 year ago
VIDEO: How to jump-start your fitness routine this year
1 year ago

91-year-old fitness enthusiast shares tips for living a long, healthy life

Edna Giordano, 91, still lives on her own and goes to the gym almost daily. Her fitness routine has made her a social media star.
1 year ago
Edna Giordano, 91, lives on her own and is active every day.
1 year ago

Shaun T's tips to reset, refresh and rebuild good fitness habits

The fitness motivator and trainer shares a five-move total body workout to lose five pounds and kick-start your workout resolutions.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Shaun T's tips to reset, refresh and rebuild good fitness habits
1 year ago

Do running groups bring the need for speed?

ABC News’ Will Ganss is here on whether running groups help. Plus, some great products to help with your running journey.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Do running groups bring the need for speed?
1 year ago

How astronaut Frank Rubio's record-breaking year in space may have impacted his body

As NASA astronaut Frank Rubio returns home after 371 days spent in space, an expert discusses the physical and psychological changes to the human body in space.
1 year ago
Astronaut Frank Rubio is helped out of the Soyuz MS-23 spacecraft just minutes after landing in a remote area near the town of Zhezkazgan, Kazakhstan, Sept. 27, 2023. He and two of his fellow cosmonauts, Sergey Prokopyev and Dmitri Petelino, returned after 371 days in space. For Rubio, his mission is the longest single spaceflight by a U.S. astronaut in history.
1 year ago

A look at the '90s fitness trends

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton takes a look at the biggest fitness trends in the '90s to find out if they still serve any health benefits.
1 year ago
VIDEO: A look at the '90s fitness trends
2 years ago

How this mom transformed her health after a near-fatal pregnancy complication

Tricia Bryan recommitted to her health and lost 60 pounds after giving birth.
2 years ago
Tricia Bryan, 34, of Conyers, Georgia, has lost nearly 60 pounds.
2 years ago

How to improve your walking workout

Gym Hooky founder Ariel Belgrave has tips for National Walking Month and members of the Walk With GMA Facebook group.
2 years ago
VIDEO: How to improve your walking workout
2 years ago

How to create a walking routine and stick to it

ABC News' Becky Worley shares tips for finding walking partners and what you can do to stay motivated on your fitness journey.
2 years ago
VIDEO: How to create a walking routine and stick to it
2 years ago

102-year-old fitness instructor shares her advice to get active

Meet 102-year-old Jean Bailey, who leads fitness sessions at Elk Ridge Village, a senior living community in Nebraska.
2 years ago
Jean Bailey, 102, has been leading fitness sessions at Elk Ridge Village Senior Living in Omaha, Nebraska for years.
2 years ago

'GMA' celebrates National Walking Day in Central Park

Plus, Allie Bennet, the creator of the viral Orangetheory #treadmillstrut workout, shares her fun way for people to get their steps in any time, anywhere.
2 years ago
VIDEO: 'GMA' celebrates National Walking Day in Central Park
2 years ago

Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of dementia, study finds

ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down a new study showing a link between the Mediterranean diet and a lowered risk of dementia.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of dementia, study finds
2 years ago

Does time of day matter when it comes to healthy eating habits?

ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton explains why it’s not what you eat, but when you eat that can make a big impact on your nutrition.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Does time of day matter when it comes to healthy eating habits?
2 years ago

Searching for the best running shoes

ABC News' Becky Worley checks out the hottest running shoes on the market and tests their comfort and performance.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Searching for the best running shoes
2 years ago

Would you zap yourself with electricity to get into shape?

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton shares how whole body zapping, in addition to exercise, could benefit your health, according to a new study.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Would you zap yourself with electricity to get into shape?
2 years ago

Resolution Reboot: Simple steps to stay motivated on your 2023 fitness goals

"GMA's" Reena Roy finds the finest in fitness to weigh in on how to find the workouts that are right for everyone.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Resolution Reboot: Simple steps to stay motivated on your 2023 fitness goals
2 years ago

Jump-start your New Year’s fitness resolutions with these workouts

All-star trainers Adrian Williams, Jeanette Jenkins, Leyon Azubuike and Amanda LaCount share different ways to move your body in 2023.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Jump-start your New Year’s fitness resolutions with these workouts
2 years ago

Boosting your bone health at any age

ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton shares tips on how to boost bone health at any age.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Boosting your bone health at any age
2 years ago

Spring workout wear: Leggings, sneakers and more to keep you moving this season

"GMA" has curated a list of the best places to shop for spring-ready workout wear this season.
2 years ago
"GMA" has curated a list of the best places to shop for spring-ready workout wear this season.
2 years ago

20 minutes a day of vigorous exercise recommended for teens, study says

A study published by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that 20 minutes of vigorous exercise a day has more effective health benefits than 60 minutes of moderate exercise.
2 years ago
VIDEO: 20 minutes a day of vigorous exercise recommended for teens, study says
3 years ago

How to keep fit in your 40s and older?

Dr. Jen Ashton answers viewers' health questions.
3 years ago
VIDEO: How to keep fit in your 40s and older?
3 years ago

Peloton tries to boost business

The company has lowered prices on its bikes and treadmills but has raised subscription fees.
3 years ago
VIDEO:  Peloton tries to boost business
3 years ago

Spring into fitness with 'couples' workouts

Fitness experts and real-life couple, Hollis Tuttle and Lance Parker, give "GMA" viewers a couples' workout to get fit for spring.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Spring into fitness with 'couples' workouts
3 years ago

Does exercising while fasting increase fat loss?

ABC News' Dr. Jen Ashton answers viewers’ health and COVID-19 questions.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Does exercising while fasting increase fat loss?