The American Council on Exercise (ACE) issued the following statement in response to Step It Up! The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities, which was released today. ACE is excited that the Surgeon General is using the power of his position to draw attention to
Aging women and men differ in the diseases they face and their exercise and health needs. For women around the world the leading cause of death is heart disease, followed by breast cancer. Most medical conditions and ailments that women face can be controlled and sometimes treated, so there is
Lymphedema is the result of a sluggish or damaged lymphatic system, which results in a decreased flow of fluid throughout the body. In leg lymphedema, this poor performance is accompanied by severe swelling of the lower extremities along with discomfort, sometime occurring at extreme levels and making common everyday tasks
Your core and Abs, hold everything together! It brings the lower and upper body together, and strength is paramount to a healthy physique. Sprinting Trains Abs Think of the last sprinter at any level that you saw. Trim, toned waist and flat abs. Speed requires a strong core. Which comes
By Mallory Becker – Nasal polyps can become a major health issue if they’re not tackled correctly and at the right time. By themselves, they are harmless, soft, fleshy, non-cancerous growths that occur along the inner lining of the nasal passage inside the nostrils, or along the inner portion of
By Robert James – A cup is never enough Coffee is one of those beverages few people live without. It is known both as a stimulating drink and as an all-around comfort beverage, catering to people who need to stay up and to relieve themselves of stress. With all the stories
By Carol Doyel – Since my husband had time off this summer, we decided to take advantage of the sabbatical and travel. We took trips for business and pleasure, as well as a family vacation with our three adult kids and four grandkids. It felt like a bit of a
By Phillip Ryan– Pregnancy is a long delicate time for expecting mothers. May it be intentional or an unplanned pregnancy, it is important for these women to take care of their over-all health to benefit them and their unborn child. Women are also expected to shy away from alcoholic drinks
By Marion Pyle− There are times in one’s Christian walk when a trial hits so hard it brings you to your knees. That happened to me in 2012 when my husband was suddenly diagnosed with deadly bladder cancer. It made no sense. We ate well, exercised regularly, didn’t smoke or
By Michele Stanten – Walking Coach and ACE-Certified Group Fitness Instructor− There are countless physical activities out there, but walking is one the easiest ways to make a positive change and effectively improve your health. Studies have found that even two-minute walking breaks can improve the function of disease-fighting and metabolism-boosting genes.
If you’re changing your nutrition and exercise habits for the better two questions might come to mind. What’s the best time to exercise? And should I eat before exercise? A 2010 study published in the Journal of Physiology is making the rounds on social media that might lead you to
You’ve probably heard of shingles and you may know someone who has had the condition, but did you know that 1 in 3 people are affected? Yes, you heard right. Shingles impact more than 1 million people in the U.S. each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and
By Tasneem Abrahams – We’ve all used the expression “pulling my hair out” when referring to feelings of frustration or anxiety. But for some, this is more than just an expression when the act of pulling ones bodily hairs in response to overwhelming emotions becomes a very harsh, often debilitating reality.
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. The popular wisdom dictates that a mature person is more set in their ways, with unflinching opinions and behaviours carved in stone even if they are detrimental to health. These habits might include poor diets, drinking, a sedentary lifestyle and
By Kelli Parisian– For the past 16 days I’ve been hyper alert to all the foods I eat with hidden sugar. We all know when we dive into a piece of banana cream pie, we are sugar loading, but have you ever stopped to think about all the things you
By Erin Chamerlik− Nearly half the U.S. adult population suffers from poor quality sleep at night and one third of all adults are sleeping less than six hours per night. This lack of restful sleep is affecting more than just daily activities. Sleep drives energy, focus, and sense of well-being
Want to take your commitment to local foods to the next level? Look no further than your own trashcan or compost bin. While many people think of food scraps—such as carrot tops, onion bottoms, and the tips of romaine hearts or pineapples—as waste (or future fertilizer), these items can be
Willpower comes in limited supply. It’s just another in a long line of reasons why you should decrease stress. Reducing life stressors helps not only decrease cortisol, but it also helps you not have to use your super willpowers. No matter how disciplined you are, each time you take a chunk
By Robert James – When you think about the word “coconut”, the first thing that comes to mind are places like Hawaii, the Philippines, or any tropical island known as a summer destination. The coconut itself has become a leader in the renewable industry as it offers a lot of
Getting your stomach from fat to flat can seem overwhelming when you are first starting out. But, do not let that deter you from moving towards your goal. Persistence can pay big dividends to removing the belly fat. The Health Implications Your goal may be to lose your belly fat
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