Leaders with the David D. Hunting YMCA in Grand Rapids shared insights on how to achieve fitness goals for 2026 during a recent discussion on the Life and Progress podcast.

The journey to fitness success involves more than just physical changes you can see. Exercise brings about numerous benefits that begin deep within the body, even before any visible transformations ...

Interested in participating in exercise research? We are looking for volunteers for various exercise-based studies to help understand the role of exercise as medicine at the molecular, cellular and ...

How long it takes to see results from working out depends on your goals and fitness level. It takes about 2-4 weeks to begin to lose weight and build muscle in previously inactive people. It might ...

Tracking your progress is so important for improving your health and fitness. Unfortunately, many people don’t track their progress in the most effective way. They might keep track of their weight, ...

A five-week challenge designed to get readers excited about exercise, improve strength and reach a new level of fitness. Below is a summary of the three test-in exercises we’re using to gauge your ...

Building real strength on a plant-based diet doesn't require complicated protocols or expensive supplements, just consistency ...

The rejection of these fitness trends reflects a larger shift toward sustainable, human-first movement. Here are some ...

The quest for a slimmer waistline remains one of the most common fitness goals in 2025. While spot reduction is a myth, certain exercises prove more effective at engaging the core muscles and ...