Remember the old adage use it or lose it? Well exercise really is the fountain of youth! According to the US Surgeon General – regular physical activity that is performed on most days of the week reduces the risk of developing or dying from some of the leading causes of illness and death in the [...]

Everyone has some stress in their life, maybe through work, or travel; through family life; through caring for a sick relation or through financial problems; whether we are dealing with school graduations and performances; report cards or school exams or just managing hectic spring and summer sports schedules for our children; stress is a factor [...]

Obesity has been increasing since the 1960′s and according to the CDC (Centers For Disease Control and Prevention) is the second leading cause of preventable deaths in the USA such as Coronary Heart Disease, Hypertension and Diabetes. Everyone should accumulate moderate intensity exercise over the course of a day for one hour, 3-5 days a [...]

The lack of adequate flexibility training may be due to the fact that aesthetically it is not as visible as other areas of fitness but is very important. Flexibility refers to a joint’s mobility and range of motion. Flexibility training should always be included in every fitness program, as loss of flexibility will result in [...]

In 2012 why not set a goal for yourself and train for an event? There are always charity races and events to be a part of; or sign up for your first 5k or 10k. Challenging yourself to meet a goal takes on a new level to your fitness. Not only are you getting all [...]

How do we prevent getting osteoporosis, which is a condition of abnormally reduced bone density, which can lead to fractures? The answer … weight bearing exercise and strength training. Physical inactivity has been shown to reduce bone mass and increase the likelihood of developing osteoporosis. If you are Caucasian or Asian, have a family history [...]