Fitness

As women age, the threat of gaining weight increases. There seems to be a solution to this problem.

Breaking up your fitness routine is hard to do. But it's crucial for avoiding the bigger heartache of overuse injury, fitness experts say.

If someone with a busy lifestyle that includes working, taking care of family and always being on the go, it can be difficult to find time to work out.

Building good exercising habits can be a bit of a lifestyle change, but with these exercises it is plain to see that anybody can do them.

VIA: MENSFITNESS.COM   Pick Up the Pace Six expert tips for getting the most of every running experience Tip 1: GO OFF-ROAD “Running on trails never gets boring,” says Dave Watt, executive director of the American Running association. His advice: Be sure to wear a shoe that has more grip or traction, and stick with […]

VIA:  WebMD.Com By Miranda Hitti WebMD Health News Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD Sept. 14, 2005 — If you do just one thing to fight fat, exercise might be the way to go, judging by a new study. Consider the study’s results: Inactivity led to a buildup of fat deep inside the belly. Modest amounts […]

VIA:  Health.Com Outside activity for children is the best thing; being that we live in a society that is at its’ all time high for childhood obesity.  Running can have more than physical benefits for children as well. Carol Goodrow, a teacher from Sturbridge, Mass. started incorporating running into her first and second grade classroom […]

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What exactly is fitness? Fitness means being able to perform physical activity. It also means improving you energy, strength and health.

Lesley Cottrell, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at West Virginia University conducted a study and found that your child's physical fitness is associated with their academics.

Check out these tips that will shave valuable minutes off your fitness routine while still getting you the same benefits as a full-length workout.

Squeezing in some extra walking every day is a great way to burn calories, boost mood, and lower your risk of disease. ChiWalking, can even cut down on aches and pains by incorporating elements of tai chi, yoga, and pilates.