Studies

The Link Between Severe COVID and Exercise Is Even Stronger Than We Thought

Dec 15, 2022

The Link Between Severe COVID and Exercise Is Even Stronger Than We Thought

Doctors have long said that exercising can decrease the risk of severe outcomes of COVID-19, like hospitalization and death, but it's never quite been clear how much exercise is necessary to see those effects.

How Often Should You Work Out? Here's What New Research Says

Aug 19, 2022

How Often Should You Work Out? Here's What New Research Says

There's so much information out there about fitness and how to reach your goals that it can feel a bit overwhelming.

Are You an Elite Sleeper? Here's How to Tell

Apr 13, 2022

Are You an Elite Sleeper? Here's How to Tell

Not to make sleeping a competition or anything, but it turns out some people are just naturally better at catching zzz's.

If You Really Want Better Sleep, Start Strength Training

Mar 3, 2022

If You Really Want Better Sleep, Start Strength Training

It's no secret that exercise can help you sleep better, longer, and more deeply, but cardio has always seemed to have the edge over resistance training, at least in the popular imagination.

Exercising After a Vaccine Shot May Increase Effectiveness

Feb 25, 2022

Exercising After a Vaccine Shot May Increase Effectiveness

Exercise is known for its immunity-boosting powers (among all the other numerous benefits), but turns out, working out doesn't just help your immune system in a general way.

Here's How Long Your COVID Booster Provides Protection

Feb 17, 2022

Here's How Long Your COVID Booster Provides Protection

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 200 million Americans have received their COVID-19 booster shots — and those millions of people are starting to wonder exactly how long the booster's protection lasts.

The Best Ways to Make Sure Your Face Mask Fits Correctly, According to a New Study

Feb 9, 2022

The Best Ways to Make Sure Your Face Mask Fits Correctly, According to a New Study

The fit of your face mask has a lot to do with how effective it is — the tighter the better for filtering your breath and keeping others safe from viral particles, including those of COVID-19.

The COVID Vaccine Doesn't Affect Fertility, but COVID Itself Does

Feb 4, 2022

The COVID Vaccine Doesn't Affect Fertility, but COVID Itself Does

The COVID-19 vaccine does come with side effects, and there have long been rumors and misinformation that infertility is one of them.

So, Apparently Your Workouts Aren't Burning as Many Calories as You Think They Are, a Study Says

Sep 23, 2021

So, Apparently Your Workouts Aren't Burning as Many Calories as You Think They Are, a Study Says

If you've ever calculated the calories you burn in your workouts and wondered why they don't add up to more pounds dropped, well, turns out there's a scientific reason for that — and no, it's not just that you might eat a little more after a tough workout.

As If We Needed an Excuse For More, Study Says Wine and Cheese Are Good For Your Brain

Dec 17, 2020

As If We Needed an Excuse For More, Study Says Wine and Cheese Are Good For Your Brain

The next time you're contemplating whether to pour another glass of wine and slice up some extra brie, remember that science says you should do it for your brain.

The CDC Officially Acknowledges That Masks Protect Wearers Themselves From COVID-19

Nov 11, 2020

The CDC Officially Acknowledges That Masks Protect Wearers Themselves From COVID-19

Update, Nov. 11: In a scientific brief published on Nov. 10, the CDC acknowledged that masks not only protect those around you from getting COVID-19 if you are in fact infected, but that they also protect the wearers because of filtration.

Scientists Are Optimistic That COVID-19 Immunity Will Last — Here's Why

Aug 27, 2020

Scientists Are Optimistic That COVID-19 Immunity Will Last — Here's Why

Rumors about COVID-19 reinfections have been circulating for months, and it's hard not to be concerned as patients who appear to recover from the virus suddenly test positive again, sometimes months later.