Many of us hyperfixate on the number on the scale as the ultimate predictor of health status. However, a lesser-discussed measurement may actually predict health and longevity more ...

Many facets of health and growth are closely related to body composition. The body’s mass and proportion of lean tissue, bone mineral, adipose tissue, body water and other components offer a valuable ...

One woman explains how she changed her body composition in 60 days, sharing 10 tips that helped her rebuild her routine and achieve her goals.

One important aim of a laboratory in a center such as the Children’s Nutrition Research Center is the dissemination of information to other investigators as well as to the general public. This ...

Forget about basic stand-on devices that measure weight and basic body composition stats; this advanced foot-to-hand smart scale can do that and so much more.

The scale’s Eyes-Closed Mode gives you an alternative way to interact with your weight and body composition data. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ...

People come to running with many different goals: to compete, to hang out with friends, to get healthier, to “lean out.” This sport can help you achieve many of these things. However, according to a ...

A soldier receives a 3-D body scan at Fort Bragg, N.C. on Oct. 18, 2021. The scan/study is part of a comprehensive body composition study examining the association between body composition and Soldier ...

Objective The inclusion of transgender athletes in competitive sports has promoted significant dialogue and controversy among exercise-related professionals. The objective of this study was to ...

Hormonal shifts drive fat redistribution, muscle loss, and bone decline—all risk factors for cardiovascular disease in women, says Brooke Aggarwal, EdD. Menopause comes with more symptoms than just ...