Your calf muscles are often referred to as the 'second heart' because they play a crucial role in pumping blood around the ...

People with hidden pockets of fat in their muscles – similar to so-called marbling in beef – are at a higher risk of dying from heart attacks or heart failure regardless of their body weight, ...

Improving heart health can be done using different methods, and a study suggests it can happen by building muscle strength that can produce better results after a heart attack. The new report implies ...

Just when you thought you understood everything about heart health, scientists have discovered something completely unexpected. It turns out the fat hiding in your muscles might be more dangerous than ...

Scientists restored the function of heart muscles in aging fruit flies, according to a newly published study. The genetic complex identified in the research could lead to new treatments for heart ...

From Hyrox to Pilates, resistance bands and even yoga, experts explain what actually builds muscles – and why it gets harder ...

Cycling and running both improve fitness. Learn how they compare to decide which fits your goals and lifestyle best.

According to new research published in the Journal of Physiology, regular stretching can do more than prime your muscles for action and prevent injury—it can also reduce your risk of heart disease and ...

You have 3 different types of muscle: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac. Skeletal muscle alone accounts for over 650 different muscles. Have you ever wondered how many muscles you have in your body? The ...