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Live Longer by Increasing Your Exercise Efforts
Studies indicate that doubling, and even quadrupling, the government recommendations for exercise can significantly reduce your risk of mortality.
PUMPING IRONY: Operating Principles
U.S. seniors undergo about a million major surgeries every year, often without fully considering the risks. The consequences can be deadly.
How to Break Free From the ‘Laziness Lie’
Psychologist Devon Price deconstructs the myth that we’d all be better off if we were a little less idle.
What Is a Functional Neurological Disorder?
Hybrid disorders of the brain, mind, and body once confounded physicians and researchers. Today experts are beginning to uncover the conditions’ complexities — and how to treat them.
Shrimp Scampi
Substitute spaghetti squash for pasta in this quick and healthy recipe from Danielle Walker.
The Health Benefits of Citrus Fruits
Why these bright, succulent fruits are so good for your health. Plus, creative ways to use them!
A Fresh Slate
Editor in chief Jamie Martin shares what has inspired the stories in Experience Life through the years and introduces you to our exciting new magazine sections.
PUMPING IRONY: Just Business as Usual
An 18-month congressional investigation turned up plenty of dirt on the FDA’s dealings with Biogen during the agency’s controversial approval of the company’s Alzheimer’s drug, but its recommendations suggest the status quo will likely remain unchanged.
What’s Your Enneagram Fitness Personality?
Harness your personality’s basic instincts to build a sustainable, effective exercise routine you'll love.
8 Tips to Overcome Fear of Going to the Gym
Anxiety about being judged can lead to a fear of exercising in public settings. Try these tips to increase your confidence — and then celebrate what you can do.
On Gratitude
As we start another new year, let’s make a new type of resolution: to express more thanks.
Do Sore Muscles Mean I Got a Good Workout?
Our fitness editor explains what your muscle soreness is trying to tell you. (Hint: It has nothing to do with the quality of your workout.)
How to Ask for Help in Times of Need
We all need somebody to lean on, but it’s not always easy to ask for help when we need it. These expert insights offer ideas for overcoming resistance — and knowing what to say.