Fitness

A six-month study of more than 120 healthy adults in their 70s found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) reduced body fat while maintaining lean muscle. Moderate- and low-intensity programs also produced modest fat loss, but moderate training was linked to a small decline in lean muscle.

June 24, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

A startup has created a screen-free titanium bracelet that conceals an activity tracker. The device measures health metrics while resembling an 1980s fashion accessory. It is launching on Kickstarter with early pricing at $179.

Oura has announced the Ring 5, a dramatically thinner smart ring that is 40 percent smaller than its predecessor. The new device maintains a week-long battery life while adding health monitoring features.

May 24, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Gabriel Ganley, a 22-year-old fitness influencer, was found dead in São Paulo on Saturday (23/5). His mother, Clarissa Ganley, posted a message on Sunday (24/5) calling the death a fatality and thanking coach Marcelo Cruz.

A major review of 217 clinical trials has identified aerobic exercises like walking, cycling and swimming as the most effective for reducing pain and improving function in knee osteoarthritis. The study, published in The BMJ, recommends these activities as the first-line intervention. Other exercises provide benefits but work best alongside aerobics.

April 28, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Spotify has partnered with Peloton to bring on-demand workout classes and curated fitness content to its app. Premium subscribers can access thousands of ad-free classes in English, Spanish and German, while all users get playlists from wellness creators. The new fitness category became available on Monday.