Wellness

Hot tips for cold-weather fitness

Winter exercise can help boost immunity, burn fat and beat the winter blues. Here's how to get started.

A new coaching program is a hit with federal employees

An OSHA worker has a tough day job, but found time for wellness — and praise at home: 'Daddy, I love that you are getting skinny because I can wrap my arms around you!'

The Fit Fam Challenge

Research shows exercising with friends improves performance — and our health expert found that goes double for family

The bicycles that are changing lives

A sustainable program expanded into new neighborhoods and, residents say, 'I fell in love with biking'

A journey to a healthier lifestyle begins with a phone call

A grateful Revere woman credits nurse case managers at Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts with helping her make healthy choices and dramatic lifestyle changes despite significant challenges.

Playtime, with a purpose: Physical activity boosts young brains

As schools devote more time to prep for standardized tests, and as budget cuts limit resources, children are spending less time in the gym and on the playground. A growing field of researchers and advocates are seeking to change that.