Exercise

New reports about a pill that mimics the effects of physical activity have sparked debate over the future of fitness. Professor Eitan Friedman of Assuta warns against high expectations, emphasizing that no drug can replace the benefits of real exercise.

We all know the moment: you arrive at the gym, change into sportswear, and stand before the machines wondering how to start. Should you head straight to the treadmill or stop for a few minutes of stretching? Opinions on this have shifted over the years, and the truth lies somewhere in the middle.