Fear of toxins unites Wayne County community against dumping of coal ash waste.

A regular marathon will sound like an easy warm-up compared to these crazy yet compelling endurance races.

An expert conditioning coach offers down-and-dirty advice on preparing your body for an obstacle race.

Study finds you may be better off moving your workout indoors.

Two new studies find that hot yoga may help to reduce stress, anxiety and emotional eating.

If you want to try a triathlon, here's what you need to know about the event that combines swimming, cycling and running. Experts Erin Beresini weighs in.

Rhabdomyolysis is rare, but if your workouts cause extreme soreness or swelling, check with your doctor.

Adding walking poles to your daily jaunt is an excellent way to boost your calorie burn, and they may even help prevent chronic pain with aging.

A study in the Lancet looked at over-60 walkers, and those who worked on a busy London street didn't fare as well as the park walkers.

It’s time to ditch the word "senior" and all the ageist baggage that goes with it.

Study finds bananas do more than help you recover after exercise. They also help reduce pain and swelling.

Competitors from around the world line up on an Arctic ice floe to tackle one of the world's most difficult 26.2-mile races.

In the Netherlands, men over 65 on e-bikes are causing a big spike in the cycling death rate. And the Dutch are ahead of the game on all things biking.

Here's the secret to getting that smell out of your high-tech exercise wear.

Your body clock influences what time of day you burn more calories.

Go ahead and have a seat. New research says it's not the sitting that's the problem.

Weight lifting does more than just pump you up; it can increase your chances for survival.

New study finds several short bursts of exercise are just as effective as one long one.

Defying stereotypes, teenager Vilde Westeng aims to be the best halling dancer.

Thomas Panek just became the first blind runner to complete the NYC Half Marathon with guide dogs.

Your social network predicts your health and wellness more than your fitness tracker, study finds.

There are many styles of yoga to choose from, so if you’re new to yoga, it might be confusing to know the best place to start.

Running doesn't have to be a struggle. Here's how to become a runner for life.

Everyone gets winded while climbing stairs, but sometimes it's a little more serious.

The fitter you are, the stronger your brain will be as you age, which can help increase joy and improve cognitive function.

The Canary is a smoke and carbon monoxide detector-cum-air quality analyzer sporting good looks and remarkable smarts.

Air pollution may be responsible for more than 2 million deaths around the world each year.

Outdoor air pollution has now been classified as 'carcinogenic to humans' by the United Nations.

Many American likely aren't aware that the air in their homes and offices may be cause for concern.

Air pollution exposure contributes to one in eight deaths around the globe, according to WHO estimates.

Electronics giant announces it will compensate workers relocating to China for the poor quality of air they will have to breathe.

While it ranks high on the gross scale, peeing in a pool has never been considered hazardous. A study, however, uncovers health effects.

Bringing nature into the workplace can give you a bit more energy and reduce stress.

A new study by WHO finds that air pollution has worsened since 2011, signaling increased health risks for city dwellers.

Chilean soccer fans are urged do the unthinkable and kindly step away from their grills due to worsening air quality levels in Santiago.

Oregon's Silver Falls State Park is a wonderland of rivers, streams, rainforest and cascading water.

Your health is influence by the humidity of your home so pick the right machine for your home and your needs.

The Gogoro Smartscooter doesn't have a plug; Instead, you swap batteries at a GoStation and you are on your way.

Research found no major difference in asthma rates of inner-city kids and those in other communities.

Dozens of cities throughout the country have either banned or limited fireworks displays due to the threat of heavy pollution.

The soot that covers statues and buildings makes even more smog, eventually hitting our lungs.

Air pollutants are linked with heart disease, lung disease and other serious afflictions that have long-term impacts.

Preference for "cleaner" male trees and plants in urban settings may trigger extra sneezing and wheezing. That's botanical sexism, says Thomas Ogren.

This NASA image highlights wildfires, hurricanes and dust storms to show off the Earth's air quality.

Falling levels of air pollution have resulted in a drop in California's dense tule fog.

Re-wilding nature is always controversial, as evidenced by the conflicting views in North Carolina over the reintroduction of the red wolf.

Death by acid was the fate of the sea monsters that perished in Earth's biggest mass extinction, some 251 million years ago.

Sudan and two females of his subspecies are under constant surveillance in Kenya, but it may not be enough to save the northern white rhino from extinction.

It's no Jurassic Park, but a flea stuck in amber for 20 million years may still shed light on the Black Death.

Seven species of Hawaiian pollinators are the first bees added to the U.S. endangered species list — but they're unlikely to be the last.