Fitness

Staying fit helps you live your life to the fullest. Physical exercise plays a vital role in your overall well-being. Learn how you can stay active, feel better, and improve your broader health—plus so much more. Our fitness topics include yoga, running, core exercises, cycling, and cardio.

Get fitness advice that includes:

Why Walking Is Good for Your Health and the Environment.
Tips to Keep in Mind When Choosing a Gym.
The Benefits of Compression Gear.
High Performance Training.
Exercises That Can Cause Injury.
Taking Your Healthy Habits on Vacation.
Sports Drinks vs. Water.
How to Properly Lift Items.
Much More.

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Pilates for Cancer Patients Improves Their Quality of Life

December 2, 2017

Pilates has a track record helping people with cancer overcome their symptoms. Learn more about this exercise and how it's beneficial. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Fitness
Tagged with: cancer, Joseph Pilates, lymphedema exercises
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3 Core-Strengthening Exercises for Low Back Health

August 7, 2017

Core workouts prevent low back pain. Strengthen your stabilizing muscles while placing the least amount of stress on discs, joints, and ligaments. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Fitness, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: core exercises, core muscles, low back pain, pain prevention, rehabilitation
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10 Tips to Keep Runners Safe in the Summer

May 3, 2017

Does warm sunshine and blue skies make you want to go outside and run? Check out our list of running tips to keep you safe in the summer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: featured posts, marathon training, mobile featured, Primary care, running, running safety, summer running, summer safety
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UPMC Handcyclist to Again Conquer 26.2 Miles

April 27, 2017

Learn more about Ashli Molinero, an experienced handcyclist competing in the upcoming Pittsburgh Marathon. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness
Tagged with: handcycle, marathon, Pittsburgh
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3 Incredible Ways Running Can Improve Your Mood

April 25, 2017

Walking and running come with benefits for both the body and mind. Learn about the mental health benefits of running and how exercise can improve your mood. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: anxiety, benefits of running, depression, exercise, mental health, mood, runner's high, running, treatments for depression, walking
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Staying Safe During a Run

April 6, 2017

Featuring UPMC PinnacleNow that the weather is warming up, you’re likely to see more people outside participating in different activities. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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Exercise and Bariatric Surgery: Your Road to Recovery

January 12, 2017

Exercise is an important part of your life after bariatric surgery. Learn more about what you can do to stay active and safe after weight loss surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Fitness
Tagged with: bariatric surgery, exercise, fitness, Healthy Living, life after weight loss surgery, weight loss, weight loss surgery
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Judo and Taekwondo: How Martial Arts Boost Your Health

October 28, 2016

Though they're often lumped together, judo and taekwondo are two very different martial arts that can benefit both your body and mind. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: judo, martial arts, sports, stress, taekwondo
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Camping Safety Tips: Make the Most of Mother Nature

October 19, 2016

From packing key items to avoiding bug bites and injuries, stay safe in the great outdoors with these essential camping safety tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Safety
Tagged with: camping, camping tips, featured article, featured post, mobile featured, outdoor safety, safety