Get on the Exercise Bandwagon
How much should you exercise? The guidelines are straightforward. According to federal health authorities, adults should perform at least two and a half hours a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity…Read More
Take It Inside: Why You Should Work Out Indoors This Summer
Lots of people move workout sessions indoors when it rains or gets too cold for comfort. But it makes just as much sense to exercise inside when days grow longer…Read More
The Best Social Websites for Fitness
We all have that Facebook friend who posts things like, “Just a short run today – only did ten miles!” and “Nothing tastes better than fat-free cottage cheese wrapped in…Read More
Exercises That Give You the Most Bang For Your Buck
Let’s face it: we’re all pretty busy. And when you finally do have a few hours of free time, the last thing you want to do is spend it huffing…Read More
Live Longer When You Learn How to Achieve Your Fitness Goals
Meeting fitness goals can be hard work. The Mayo Clinic estimates that people should aim for at least 30 minutes of activity a day to maintain a healthy lifestyle. People…Read More
Healthy Family Activities for Everyone
One sure way to keep your family healthy is for everyone to stay active. Finding a fitness activity that involves the whole family can be challenging, but it doesn’t have…Read More
How to Get Up and Moving at the Office
Working in an office setting can lead to a sedentary lifestyle, as the majority of office work involves sitting at a desk in front of a computer for hours at…Read More
These 10 Easy Exercises Help Relieve Arthritis
For many Americans over 65, the threat of arthritis—and its related conditions—is a near-constant concern. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that almost half of Americans…Read More
Why Swimming Has Big Benefits for Seniors and Women
As we age, exercise only becomes more important. In 2008, the World Health Organization found that nearly 3.2 million people across the world died due to inactivity. A Surgeon General’s…Read More
It’s All in the Gear: 10 Camping Must-Haves
Any time you go multiday hiking or camping, you want to be conscious of the weight and bulk of your pack. Nearly everything in your pack should have as many…Read More
