Snow shoveling can pose serious health risks, especially for adults over 45 and those with preexisting conditions. Shoveling snow can strain the heart due to factors like cold air, heavy lifting, and ...

Woman with a hat and scarf shoveling snow into a pile - Melinda Nagy/Shutterstock No one likes to shovel the driveway — it's a tough task that takes time, effort, and patience. But imagine going ...

“The strain of heavy snow shoveling may be as — or even more — demanding on the heart than taking a treadmill stress test,” said a health expert Toria Sheffield joined the PEOPLE editorial staff in ...

Blue snow shovel filled with snow on a brick walkway - Ingrid Balabanova/Shutterstock A surprise snowstorm is a treat for many folks. Schools close, it's the perfect excuse to work from home, and it's ...

As snow blanketed parts of the U.S. this week, heart health experts have shared warnings of the physical strain shoveling can take — particularly for older adults. A 2025 Mayo Clinic review found that ...

The weather outside is frightful — and so are certain snow-related activities. Many of us enjoy waking up to a fresh blanket of snow, at least until we have to bust out the shovels to get out of our ...

Before you pick up a shovel this weekend, read this. Many bask in the beauty of snow and embrace the changing of the seasons, while others — namely those responsible for shoveling — dread the sight of ...

Snow season is here, and residents are reminded to clear sidewalks within 24 hours of a storm’s end. However, experts warn that snow shoveling can pose serious health risks, particularly for older ...