Many people think discipline is the key to sticking to exercise, but it's not. What's really important is building better ...

To reduce bias based on the user’s current health status, a mobile health intervention used a future-self avatar to help individuals understand long-term effects of physical activity and nutrition on ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. When it comes to staying active, the biggest challenge often isn’t the workout ...

Outdoor workouts often feel less restrictive than indoor routines. This sense of freedom can increase enjoyment and ...

The National Academy of Medicine launched its National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being in early October. Citing years of research defining the causes and effects of burnout in health professions, ...

Most people know roughly what kind of lifestyle they should be living to stay healthy. Research shows that mindfulness meditation can help facilitate this pursuit of health goals through stillness, ...

Before you roll your eyes at yet another wellness trend, hear this: the most effective mental health strategy you may never ...

Motivation anchors my men's health advocacy. In my book and here at PhillyVoice, I've documented the power of social and emotional relationships to inspire healthy living by citing science and ...

People can have a lack of motivation when they feel overwhelmed, stressed, fatigued, or burnt out. However, a persistent sense of apathy, or lack of interest in doing enjoyable activities, can also be ...

Feeling overwhelmed by New Year health resolutions? UTMB Health’s primary care physicians help turn motivation into realistic, personalized wellness plans.