Tips to Support Your Metabolic Health in the New Year (StatePoint) Good metabolic health is the backbone of great overall health. Unfortunately, many Americans misunderstand what metabolic health is and are not aware of its importance. A recent poll from Metavo/Harris Poll Study reveals that nearly three in four North Americans […]
Category: Fitness
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month Editorial Team Childhood Obesity Awareness Month is an annual observance held in September to raise awareness about the critical issue of childhood obesity, its causes, consequences, and strategies for prevention and management. This month-long campaign aims to educate the public, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and communities […]
Tips to Embrace the Healthy Habit of Bicycling
Tips to Embrace the Healthy Habit of Bicycling (StatePoint) Whether rediscovering the joy of riding a bike or taking a ride for the first time, cycling saw a boom during the pandemic, and many believe this trend is here to stay. The summer is an excellent time to recognize the many benefits of […]
How Mental Fitness and Strength Training Performance
How Mental Fitness Can Improve Your Strength Training Performance Dickson Okorafor Strength training is not just about building muscle and improving physical endurance. The mental aspect of training plays a crucial role in achieving optimal performance and results. This is where the concept of mental fitness comes into play. Mental fitness refers […]
When to Step in: Signs That Aging Parents Need Help
When to Step in: Signs That Aging Parents Need Help By Osan Ability As our parents get older, their physical and mental abilities can deteriorate, making it more difficult for them to complete everyday tasks independently. They may start to require assistance with activities such as meal preparation, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and transportation. […]
Healthy Aging for Older Adults: Exercise
Four Types of Exercise Can Improve Your Health and Physical Ability Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each one has different benefits. Doing one […]
Your First Training Plan for Running
Your First Training Plan for Running By: R�my-Marc Beauregard TRAINING TO RUN: Everything depends on your level of fitness. Lance Armstrong said running a marathon was the hardest thing he ever did, I’m just happy to finish one. His sub 3 hour marathon equate to my 1/2 marathon time give or take some […]
Getting More Movement Throughout the Day
Getting More Movement Throughout the Day (StatePoint) Working or learning from home? It’s more important than ever to ensure you move throughout the day. Doing so will help keep your mind and body healthy and agile. Here are a few tips to move more throughout the day. Take designated breaks: While your workplace likely afforded […]
How to Work Out Without Excuses
How to Work Out Without Excuses (StatePoint) It’s all-too-common for those embarking on a regular exercise routine to skip a planned workout for one reason or another. Here are some of the most common excuses that people make not to exercise, along with some solutions to overcome these challenges: “I need low-impact exercises.” […]
What Are The 3 Critical Exercise Routine Success Factors?
What Are The 3 Critical Exercise Routine Success Factors? By: Jeremy Markum The ‘Rule Of 3′ Meets Pareto’s ’80/20’ And You Get Fit Faster As A Result! Everybody likes simple lists. Everybody likes Rules Of Thumb. And as far as I can tell, everyone wants tighter abs and more energy. So, naturally, we […]