50-Plus Men

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Forget where you left something? For older adults, that's not necessarily a sign of cognitive decline

Lane Johnson's mental health advocacy may be the newly retired Eagle's most lasting impact

Lane Johnson Depression

Adopting healthy habits at 50 can lead to a longer, disease-free life. Here's a playbook to get started

Healthy Lifestyle Changes

Adopting a healthy lifestyle is difficult. Recognizing that is the first step toward sticking with it

Workout Exercise Exhaustion

Tommy John's legacy is the surgery that bears his name. But his willingness to embrace change is a lesson for all

Tommy John Legacy

Sal Paolantonio prides himself on living healthy, and offers a playbook for other men to follow

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National health observances like Wellness Month are no silver bullet, but they can help boost men's health

National Wellness Month

The inspiration to live a healthier life may be right before your eyes

John Chovanes Cooper

As male nurses become more common, men's overall health may see a boost

Male Nurses Health

A high-agency mindset can help people set and attain measurable health goals

High Agency Exercise

Getting men to adopt healthier habits requires persistence, patience and public attention — but it can be done

Men Healthy Habits

Could a four-day work week help reduce obesity rates? It's a question America may want to consider

Obesity Work Week

The health benefits of relationships are significant — as new cancer research reiterates

Marriage Cancer Rates

A legacy mindset can help you stay the course on your health goals — even when you feel like giving in

Legacy Mindset Health

The playbook that lowered smoking rates also can help Americans reduce many chronic health conditions

No Smoking Sign

Healthy lifestyle habits lead to longevity. But they require emotional inspiration and logistical willpower

Motivation Healthy Habits

The surest path to longevity is adopting healthy lifestyles. But many Americans struggle to find the needed motivation

Exercise Healthy Lifestyle

Americans desire long, healthy lives, but mistakenly rely on external factors to reach their goals

Longevity Healthy Living

GLP-1 drugs are great weight-loss tools. But they work best with lifestyle changes, experts say

Weight Loss Drugs

Sticking to a tougher exercise routine can be challenging. But even a small boost in physical activity has benefits

Weightlifting Benefits Muscle

Worried about cognitive decline as you age? Strength training can mitigate it

Brain Decline Weightlifting

Technology can be a great tool for boosting your health, but motivation is the foundation of sustained change

Exercise Smart Watch

Strong relationships provide the willpower needed to sustain a healthy lifestyle

Health Benefits Couples

For men looking to live healthier in 2026, the holidays can serve as a test run

Healthy Living Holidays

Growing facial hair for Movember showed me how social support boosts men's health

Movember Men's Health

Madison Avenue is making bromances cool. Can that spur improvements in men's health?

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Male views on masculinity are gradually shifting — and that's good for their mental health

No matter your age, it's never too late to reap the benefits of a healthy lifestyle

Fall is a great time to give running a try, with a range of races in the Philly region

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Belly fat is common as men age, but it raises the risk of many health issues. Here's how to reduce it

Worried about cognitive decline? Regular exercise and a healthy diet can cut your risk

Walking is a great way to improve your health, and it's easy to add it to your daily routine

Walking Health Benefits

A healthy lifestyle requires flexibility — especially when injuries take a toll on your workout routine

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Many young adults say they value health over wealth, and older generations should encourage this pursuit

Young Men Health Wealth

It's never too late to find love — and that can make a big difference in your health

Relationships Health Benefits

New views on masculinity could propel men to better health — but some insist on clinging to its traditional meaning

Masculinity viewpoints

Celebrity-led running clubs are trendy — and hold the power to spark a new health movement

There's no secret path to a long, healthy life. It requires a nutritious diet and regular exercise

For many men, mental health recovery is not a straight path forward

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Gym Workout Partners

Relationships are a great motivational source for healthy living — at any age

Bezich Family

For men, these 3 messages are key to adopting a healthier lifestyle

There's no one-size-fits-all way to adopt a healthy lifestyle — and understanding this is key to success

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