Exercise

Dr. Maya Rosman: Why do we burn fewer calories with age and what can be done?

Anyone over the age of 40 knows the phenomenon. Despite maintaining a healthy diet and even regular workouts – the weight does not go down. How do you beat it?

Why do we burn fewer calories with age and what can be done?
The model is based on one rule: Those who show up at least once a week pay nothing. Those who miss a whole week pay a penalty of 10–20 euros

When the state pays for your gym membership: Why you should learn from Scandinavia

Vouchers tied to blood sugar targets improve diabetes outcomes, Israeli study finds. February 3.

Israeli study finds vouchers tied to blood sugar control boost diabetes outcomes like new drugs

A man preparing a smoothie before a workout

Dietitian explains: This is the fruit most worth eating before a workout


Do you train at the gym? This is how to reduce your workout to 30 effective minutes

How to build a short, smart, and effective workout without compromising results — through correct prioritization, big exercises, and minimal time wasted on things that don’t really move you forward.

Build a short, smart, and effective workout without compromising results

Forget the protein shake: This is the nutritious food you should eat after a workout

Many people choose to drink a protein shake after a workout, but the truth is that there is an accessible, protein-packed food that is much tastier to eat.

You don’t need a protein shake after a workout

6 mistakes: What really burns fat – and what just looks good on TikTok?

Sit-ups don’t burn fat, and cardio doesn’t destroy muscle – this is how common myths confuse trainees and cause them to invest a lot and progress far too little.

Sit-ups do not reduce belly fat

From the road to the rocks: The complete guide to transitioning to trail running

Dreaming of trading asphalt for trails? Coach Ilan Frisch explains how to switch to trail running safely, overcome climbs, and choose essential gear — it’s much more than just shoes.

Trail running

Scientists discover: This is how physical activity “starves” cancer tumors

Numerous studies have found the benefits of physical activity for every organ and part of the body. A new study suggests that the fitness you do does not allow cancer to grow.

A woman lifting a weight

Study shows more walking during commutes can improve health, without increasing travel time

The More Walking Project is a population-based wellness initiative that promotes walking by modifying trip planning to incorporate more active transportation.

People walking and running in the park

You started working out? These are the plants you should add to your diet

Starting a workout and sticking to it is not simple. And besides willpower and fitness, it’s worth adding a few plants that will strengthen and support the body.

Starting a workout and sticking to it is not simple

How to stay healthy and active as a senior in Jerusalem

Another Jerusalem resident said she enjoys walking along Mesila Park, the popular walking and cycling path built on the old Turkish railway line, passing the First Station.

Israelis are seen walking along Mesila Park in Jerusalem.

IDF drills northern border readiness for surprise scenarios after Hezbollah chief's death

The IDF heightens alert levels after wrapping up the 'Magen Oz' General Staff drill, designed to test defensive and offensive capabilities across all commands following a key Hezbollah assassination.

IDF troops carry out the Magen Oz drill on November 26, 2025.

A huge study: This is the exact age at which physical exercise reduces dementia risk by 45%

A large-scale American study reveals that physical activity in midlife and in old age reduces the risk of dementia by 45% – even among carriers of the gene that increases the risk for Alzheimer’s.

A man in the gym