Category: Fitness and Exercise

This one is called: Brush my Teeth Workout (Takes 2 minutes, the time you should be taking for brushing your teeth)…and yes I brush my teeth while doing this. 1. Toe Raises – Stand...

1. Start slow. This one’s basic, and it works every time. Ease into your runs and pick up the pace only when you feel warmed up. Johnny Kelley, who completed 58 Boston Marathons and...

Even if that curb catches you off guard, your stumble doesn’t have to. Stuntmen, athletes, martial artists, and performers learn the art of plunging with poise. You can too. Program your body to properly...

During the colder months, it’s easy to get cooped up indoors. But with a winter wonderland of outdoor fun available, there’s no reason your physical activity should suffer. Go get some sunlight, breathe in...

Sure exercise helps slim you down and tone you up. But the compounded results of working out do more than just reduce your pants size. Besides the fact that physical activity lowers your risk...

  Are some foods better than others in aiding recovery after a rough run? – Amber     Amber, As far as I am concerned, the WHEN and HOW MUCH are as important as...

If you’re just beginning a fitness program, the best way to start is with walking. A person with absolutely no running background is recommended to get started with eight straight days of walking. After...

Take steps toward making every breath count: Don’t smoke. Cancer is the second leading cause of death, and lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths. The benefits of quitting quickly pile up....

Stomach fat often results from excessive alcohol, food, or sugar. A portly paunch is linked to diabetes, dementia, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease. Burn that breadbasket with these tips: Go light or not...

  Schedule it – Mark it on your calendar or planner and treat it as an important meeting, not to be missed! Wake up earlier – For a lot of people, waking up earlier than normal...

IN THE GYM 1. Catch the running bug. You’ll continue to burn fat after your jog: People who run for at least four hours a week melt more calories than non-runners, even when they’re...

Correct posture keeps bones in healthy alignment, reduces strain on muscles and joints, and helps prevent back and neck pain — plus you’ll project more confidence. So straighten up with these posture pointers: Take...

If exercise were easy, everyone would do it. But in fact, only 60 percent of Americans exercise regularly— and that includes walks and other leisure activities. But there are ways to push through the...

Aerobics, strength development, stretching — you’re supposed to divvy up your exercise routine among various forms of fitness training. And while you may be busy, the old “short–on–time” excuse for dodging exercise is dead....

Sure you may be stowing your swimsuit for the next 9 months. But showing less skin as summer bows out doesn’t mean accepting fall flab. Stay fit in those areas you worked hard (or...

There are myriad benefits to muscle building: It burns fat, helps maintain weight, strengthens bones, reduces stress, and improves confidence. Generally, strength training focuses on the major muscle groups by completing 1 or 2...

The physical act of chuckling relieves stress, protects your immune system, and strengthens relationships. Research shows that a strong case of the giggles also improves heart health. So yuck it up with these tips...

Summer temperatures become an excuse to lounge by the pool, but fun in the sun also can include swimming games, outdoor treks, and beach–centered sports. Check out some of these recreation favorites for getting...

Today’s lifestyles promote sedentary behavior. Between driving to and from work, typing at our desks, communicating electronically, and even ordering take–out for dinner, few daily responsibilities can’t be accomplished from a seated position. But...

Whether it’s a day at the beach, backyard barbeque, or picnic under the stars, summer is a time for eating outdoors. Unfortunately, food–borne illness thrives in perishables exposed to hot weather, while dining in...

Trotting barefoot across the sand and to the pool can be rough on those pads. Be kind to your feet with these tips for protecting them from the summer elements: Slip on sandals. Wear...

Are you overdoing it? While summer is the time to regroup and rejuvenate, often it’s the vacations and activities meant to recharge your battery that actually drain it. Find ways to insert daily and...

Q: What are the benefits of running barefoot as opposed to running in shoes? A: Barefoot running has been gaining popularity since Christopher McDougall’s book, “Born to Run,” was published in 2009. The book,...

Q: Do you have any tips for runners prone to side stitches? I get them once in a while, and when I do, it stops me in my tracks. It happened last week in...