Short, consistent workouts are changing the way people approach fitness, proving that smart movement matters more than time spent at the gym.

Think about all of the non-exercise movements you perform every single day: carrying heavy groceries, picking up children, reaching for items on high shelves, getting into the car, walking up the ...

A new study finds that short, functional-movement and resistance training workouts, called functional high-intensity training (F-HIT), may improve beta-cell function in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday activities, such as climbing stairs. It aims to improve people’s movement in their daily lives or their performance in certain ...

Why people love short workouts — and how to get more out of them. (Getty Creative) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends getting 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic ...

This functional fitness workout will reduce your risk of injury during daily movement — while strengthening and toning the entire body. An added bonus? These exercises build strength in the core, ...

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It doesn't matter how fit you are; the debate about short versus long workouts will always be tricky to resolve. Is it better to jump into a short and sharp session, ramping up the HIIT and getting an ...

THERE ARE SO many reasons to exercise: aesthetics, athletic ability, even mental health. As you age, one motivation often distinguishes itself above others: functionality. When you get older, your ...

These days, most people understand the importance of basic core strengthening, but functional core workouts are essential for building a resilient body that can handle everything from carrying heavy ...