Category: Fitness and Exercise

Even if the temperature has dipped and frozen powder covers the landscape, the great outdoors can still be your playground. A little preparation will let you stay active and have fun in the winter...

With the mercury dipping into single digits in many parts of the country, it might seem counterintuitive to purposely turn down the heat on anything. But a proper cool–down after exercising can be just...

It’s freezing, and you’re bundled head to toe. But that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a sedentary season. While cross–country skiing and snowshoe walking are well known calorie burners, winter welcomes other...

Do the long, dark winters really get to you? Do you experience a serious mood change when the seasons change? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a cyclic, seasonal condition. The signs and symptoms come...

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...

Yoga originated more than five thousand years ago in India, where it was seen as a complete mental and physical training to help one reach spiritual enlightenment. In recent years yoga has become extremely...

The Pilates method is a series of controlled movements that strengthen the core through the use of a range of apparatuses. The goal of Pilates is to increase your strength, flexibility and control of...

Looking to move more? Consider snowshoeing. Currently more than 1 million people snowshoe (a 60 percent increase in the last decade) – not a huge surprise when you consider that it’s a sport with...

Why let a little snow keep you from your fitness goals? Get in gear with the stay-toasty workout wear. 1. Snow Warm Out for a stroll or hitting the slopes? The fleece lining in...

Even if you’re chained to a desk most of the day, you can perform some exercises from the comfort of your chair… without anyone even knowing. And while you won’t be dropping significant pounds...

Sure dumbbells enhance strength-training workouts, but your body weight can provide just as much resistance. Even if you’re not Einstein or Newton, you can understand the physics behind these mechanical methods for taxing your...

Yao Ming auctions his wine during a charity auction held by Special Olympics East Asia in Shanghai, Nov 27, 2011. The wine was sold for 150,000 yuan ($23,499). [Photo/Xinhua]

While the exercise habit leads to healthier living, strategic rests grant your body time to absorb the workouts. Learn how to punctuate your exercise routine with intervals — without sacrificing progress. Insert a weekly...

Thanksgiving: a time for food, family, and football. While turkey day may not automatically inspire exercise, you can do more than eat up and lie down. Give thanks for health by turning your holiday...

All is not lost if an autumn chill or fall shower spoils your outdoor walk. You can still step up without stepping out thanks to these indoor improvisations: Shop-co. Shopping malls often open early...

If you’re looking for an activity that strengthens both the body and mind, martial arts may be the answer. This ancient practice, which promotes mental discipline and physical agility, has found a modern-day following....

Short days and long work schedules may mean you lace up your walking shoes before the sun stretches its first rays or long after they’re retracted. Don’t forget to patrol your walk with these...

Research suggests that short bursts of heightened intensity can improve cardiovascular health, muscle reaction time, and overall fitness better than walking at a steady pace. Kick up the benefits of interval training with these...

There’s not a woman I see who, if asked, wouldn’t say she wanted long, smooth legs like a Barbie doll. Taking care of your legs, whatever their shape, is really about taking care of...

While you do have to accommodate seasonal climate changes when considering your exercise garb, bowing to fads over function can drain your wallet without furthering your fitness. Keep these hints in mind: Leave the...

Procrastination, laziness, insecurity — they’re negative temptations that masquerade as valid excuses. Snuff out their destructive whispers and kindle determination with positive sparks. The flames of encouragement, duty, and will can ignite an attitude...

Walking burns calories and strengthens leg muscles, but what about your upper body? Integrate simple exercises into your walk, and you’ll tone your arms while boosting aerobic benefits. Burn your biceps. Do bicep curls...

If you’re stuck in an exercise rut, you might find yourself dreading workouts… or even skipping them. Interval training could help you break through the boredom. Incorporating high-intensity bursts into your usual cardiovascular activity...

Stand up straight. Those 3 little words might have made you snap to attention as a kid, but they don’t tell the whole story about good posture: Navigate the curves. “Straight” is actually a...

Water’s natural buoyancy gently resists your efforts — strengthening muscles without stressing your joints or back. It’s perfect for senior citizens, pregnant women, and anyone recovering from injury. The over-exaggerated nature of these exercises...

With endless errands and hectic workloads, tight schedules often cast quality family time by the wayside. Reinstate togetherness as a priority with a few creative techniques for incorporating fun, fitness, and family into your...

Your feet may sustain the bulk of the burden, but walking is a whole-body job that requires muscular strength, flexibility, and balance — from the tips of your toes to the top of your...

Keep your walks interesting with these boredom busters: Play switcharoo. If your schedule permits, consider transplanting your walk to another time. If you’re used to greeting the day with a break-of-dawn hike, try strapping...

Though burying your nose in a book is a pedestrian no-no, your inner bookworm can still enjoy a good read while you walk. Listen up to these page-turning ideas: Book downloads. Thanks to digital...

When it comes to boosting health, your best bet may be to settle down. The National Center for Health Statistics found that married couples reported fewer health problems, smoked less, and were more physically...