Proud of yourself for taking home leftovers? Think again
Research shows that the sense of accomplishment — especially when it was a large portion — causes people to eat more afterward and exercise less.
Aching back? Give yourself a massage (yes, it’s possible)
A USC physical therapy faculty member offers wellness tips to keep you feeling fit and healthy.
Learning yoga helps kids overcome stress
With an alumna’s gift, USC Dornsife’s Joint Educational Project is expanding its Little Yoginis program for neighborhood students, helping them find tranquility in the midst of chaos.
Sane in the city: 5 tips to manage the pressures of life in the urban jungle
Big cities like Los Angeles can overstimulate the senses. USC experts suggest some ways to protect your mental health.
Fitbits reveal the truth: We’re not as active as we claim to be
International study shows that people, regardless of their age and where they live, poorly guess how physically active they actually are.
Thanksgiving traditions that can boost health and wellness
Six recommended rituals for the mind and body are rewarding enough to repeat throughout the year.
USC Village Gym Gets Off to a Healthy Start
The new USC Village gym expands signature programs, including personal training and group fitness classes.
As final exams approach, here are things you can do to make it through in top shape
USC experts have advice — some of it common sense, some surprising — that will help you conquer the week ahead or any time of stress.
Can social networks help you get into shape?
USC computer scientist’s team aims to quantify health outcomes with digital technology.
Fit Families program has healthy focus, from exercise routines to eating right
For participants in the free, USC-sponsored weekly sessions, payoffs include a positive outlook and some impressive weight loss.
Health & Wellness Week gets students on track for fitness
Events include the F45 Playoffs, meditation sessions, therapy dog sessions and a friendly competition among the Pac-12 schools.
Distance runner sees fast recovery with new type of pacemaker
The Nanostim is an emerging technology in the field of cardiac pacing, Keck School professor says.
USC head coach believes in the science behind swimming
Dave Salo’s cerebral approach to training results in championships for his athletes.
There is life after prostate cancer — in the gym
USC doctoral student tests a 15-week workout regimen for men struggling with the dispiriting side effects of treatment.
Newly discovered hormone mimics the effects of exercise
Natural human hormone protects against obesity and diabetes in mice.
Fit Families feeds a need for healthier eating
USC’s free wellness program educates residents about diet and exercise in areas at high risk of chronic diseases.
Mobile health team explores new self-tracking technology
As the movement grows, researchers see ample opportunities to study and improve human health.
Neighbors dance, jog and walk their way to health at former General Hospital
Keck Medicine of USC boosts a kickoff for The Wellness Center on the Eastside.
Swimming, biking, running: It’s all in a day’s work for DPT student
USC Clinical Exercise Research Center sponsors a determined triathlete.
Can student-athletes maintain their fitness for life?
USC researchers evaluate current exercise habits of student-athletes compared to their non-athlete peers.
Keck Medicine volunteers save life of LA Marathon runner
Fast-thinking staff rescues heart attack victim in midst of a local event.
Advocates take the pulse of Latinos’ heart health
During the SC CTSI project, the study team trained 25 promotoras in a heart-health curriculum called “Su Corazón, Su Vida.”
SC Outfitters builds bonds on land and sea
Junior Madison Swayne initially became involved with the organization as a student guide; she’s now president.
Sixty-five simple rules to maintain good health
A Short Guide to a Long Life by David Agus expands on his 2012 book The End of Illness.