Exercise

The simple truth about physical activity that is easy to adopt

150 to 300 minutes of activity a week are recommended for adults. Physical therapist Limor Iluz explains how you should incorporate sports walking into your routine.

Physical activity can enter through the small things of the day.
Israeli soldiers take part in a military operation in the market in the Old City of Nablus, in the northern West Bank, September 27, 2026.

Live grenade round fired at IDF troops in friendly-fire incident during training exercise

IDF soldiers operating as part of Operation Dawn 2.0, published on September 7, 2026.

IDF begins surprise exercise testing troops' readiness in West Bank ahead of High Holy Days

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Living better for longer: Israeli fitness experts on how to stay strong and healthy as you age


Yaffi and Yoseph Shmidman: Raising money, heart rates at the Jerusalem Marathon

Jerusalemite of the Week: While many people run as exercise to raise their heart rate, the Shmidmans also run to raise money for charity.

 Yaffi and Yoseph Shmidman

The top 10 fitness trends for 2024

The ACSM publishes annual fitness trends, including advanced trackers and community programs, to promote physical activity. Here are their 2024 trend predictions.

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The advantage of running in winter: Burning more calories

It takes determination to go training outdoors in the freezing cold, but what if we told you that, specifically in winter, any aerobic activity you do will burn more calories? Experts explain.

 in winter? run outside? This turns out to have some interesting benefits

IDF practices scenario of Palestinian being kidnapped by a Jewish settler

In the exercise, which took place in the presence of Yehuda Fox, the commander of the Central Command, fighters portrayed settlers kidnapping a Palestinian child.

 IDF 'Chariot of Fire' drill.

This quick workout may help raise your heart rate and lose belly fat

Losing belly fat is hard, since only aerobic exercise has been shown to help. But celebrity fitness trainer Thomas DeLauer suggests using this short, simple method.

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Simple tips to boost your health, wellness, and fitness

There is no simple, easy path to good health.

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Ice baths: The good, the bad, and the healthy

Discover the power of hormesis: The concept that exposure to low-level stressors can enhance resilience and overall health.

 Ballerina taking an ice bath

IDF destroys Hezbollah positions, troops prepare for combat in Lebanon

IDF aircraft and artillery demolished a Hezbollah position from which rockets had been fired at Israel earlier in the day.

 An IDF tank engages in training in northern Israel. December 15, 2023.

Fast vs slow walking: Which burns calories faster?

Does how fast you walk impact how you burn calories? Find out the truth here.

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10 ways to reduce your cancer risk by up to 30%

Discover the surprising lifestyle choices that can lower your risk of cancer.

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