Walking is great exercise that's easy on the knees, ankles, and back. But if you're worried about overdoing it, here's what to watch for.

As the first notes of the Ronettes' "Be My Baby" pulse through the stereo, the women Avalon Gym, in Columbia, Md., hold their own babies, marching in unison as a warm-up for their exercise class.

One of the great things about pregnancy is that it offers a seemingly plausible excuse to indulge — eat a little more dessert (why not, when you’re going to gain so much weight anyway) and dial down ...

When I go for a walk wearing my son Rowan in a carrier, I joke that I’m going out to do some “rucking,” or the trend of wearing a weighted vest while doing cardio or strength training. And it’s a ...

Among the first recommended activities is 'tummy time', an exercise that can be practiced from birth and strengthens the baby's neck, back and arms, preparing them to crawl and sit up As they grow, ...

During pregnancy, eating a healthy diet and staying active is a top priority. But once baby is here, many women put their own health on the back burner. Even for those who want to prioritize movement, ...

This is part one of a two-part series on fitness and nutrition for new mothers. The first column is about exercise and activity. The second focuses on nutrition and weight loss. After pregnancy, can ...

Though we as a society have begun to make progress in changing harmful fitness mindsets, one that is still pervasive is the idea of “snapping back” to your pre-baby body after giving birth. If you ...