WE’RE HEARING MORE about the dangers of concussions when playing football, especially for youths. But what about soccer? Studies show that concussions occur much more frequently in soccer than previously thought. In fact, one...
Strap on a pair of weird-looking shoes and forget the gym, but get in shape anyway! That promise, along with those firm butts in the ads for toning shoes, is working: Americans spent more...
While not usually serious, foot-related aches and throbs can inhibit your walking routine. Tend to your bipeds with these soothing tips: Rough patches. Minimize friction-caused calluses by wearing thick socks and using a pumice...
It only takes 2 feet to walk, but some gadgets and garb could make it more enjoyable and productive. Add pep to your step with these trendy tools: MP3 player. From the Apple iPod™...
It’s prime swimming season, and a dip in a cool pool is a refreshing way to get your exercise, spend time with the kids, or catch up with friends. But before you take the...
Sure you remember to drink when thirst reminds you, but a parched tongue is a sign that you’re already dehydrating. It doesn’t take running a marathon in 100 degrees to sap your body’s fluid...
As American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote, “the great man is he who in the midst of the crowd keeps with perfect sweetness the independence of solitude.” These days, people are almost constantly connected...
If you find yourself heating up, it’s time to dial it down. Hot weather, strenuous activity, or a combination can lead to heat stroke. If it’s a scorcher but you still have to work,...
While a solo stroll provides that all-important me time, partnering up has its benefits too. Studies support the advantages of working out with a pal — from the spirit of healthy competition to the...
Exercise has many health benefits. Even if you are overweight, have hip or knee injuries, or arthritis, you don’t have to miss out on all the rewards. In fact, regular physical activity can help...
Outdoor activity promotes wellness – and natural sunlight also boosts the body’s production of vitamin D, which protects bones and prevents certain diseases. Too much sun, however, damages skin and raises skin cancer risk....
Want to ease stress and improve health? Start with a walk in the park. Increasingly, evidence says that getting outside is good for our health and happiness. In Japan, researchers link “Forest bathing” –...
Though the outdoors beckons you for physical activity, scorching temperatures, humid air, and pesky bugs may shun your efforts. A fitness facility might be a cooler alternative, but fiscal cinching has forced many to...
Maximize the benefits of your walk before you take the first step — a proper warm-up revs your body for optimum performance and reduces risk for injury. Recent research suggests your body may respond...
MAINTAINING FITNESS is a challenge when you travel, but absolutely possible. 1. Opt out. Don’t cram too many activities into each day. This is my number-one rule for travel and at home. Build a...
Summer is always a booming travel time. However, just because you’re on a trip doesn’t mean you have to forget what you’ve learned about eating smart and staying in shape. For Andy, lifting weights...
Static postures and dynamic activities at work and home: be aware and be pro-active with computer use, writing, filing, cooking, home projects, etc. • Task rotation: Alternate use of hands and postures with repetitive...
“If a doctor wants to treat your tennis elbow with a shot of cortisone,” says Robert P. Nirschl, M.D., “find another physician.” Nirschl, author of a new book titled Arm Care, has a completely...
What kinds of problems do you see in the weekend athlete? They are not prepared to play, absolutely. They don’t stretch, they just go out and play. They have three beers and then fracture...
Biking or walking to work is simply not possible for everyone. If your commute must be by car or train, you can still find fun, easy ways to get more activity into your work...
With energy prices and greenhouse gases on the rise, it’s time to put the pedal to the metal. If you have the time, are at the right distance, and the weather is in your...
Summer is almost here, and for many people that means increased activity at the beach, on the field, and in the yard. You’ll need a strong, fit core to protect your spine, stabilize your...
True or False: You should take salt tablets to replace salt lost during exercise. False! Our bodies are already over-supplied with salt. In fact, the average person’s diet contains 20 to 50 times the...
Tennis players are notorious for not warming up properly. Their typical pre-match routine consists of hitting groundstrokes, a few volleys and smashes, and some practice serves. They begin the match after following this textbook...
I can’t emphasize enough how important exercise is for women of any age. From improved mood to a reduced risk of diabetes, exercise has many benefits, including lots specifically related to female health. Exercise...
Inspire the innocence, imagination, and creativity of youth in your adult life. Try taking part in some of these classic activities to help reduce stress, revitalize energy, and gain greater appreciation for your world:...
While you might think overtraining is a problem only for world-class athletes, you too can push your body beyond its limits. Watch for these signs that you’re exceeding your exercise demands… and learn how...
Want to lose pounds fast and spend less time working out? It’s possible – but only if you push your body to its absolute sweat-dripping, out-of-breath max. in other words, up the intensity. Researchers...
Healthy eating is crucial for optimum weight loss, but it must be combined with regular exercise. Exercise lowers your risk of breast cancer, boosts your immunity, keeps your digestion functioning efficiently, helps balance your...
Yoga originated in India at least 7,000 years ago. A system of training for body, mind, and spirit, it aims to stimulate and balance the flow of life-force energy, known as prana, around the...