Have you ever read about the long-term benefits of exercise? It can increase energy, decrease disease risk, add years to your life, good for weight management, improved quality of life etc. Most of us are well aware that regular exercise is a vital and critical part of looking, feeling and staying younger and healthier over the course of our [...]
Continue reading...Thursday, March 11, 2010
Spring is just around the corner. No more hiding behind all the bulky sweaters and coats. Those slim-fitting, shorter tops will be everywhere… Is your body ready to wear them???? It seems every winter we use the excuse of the cold weather to keep us from exercising and instead we eat all those “comfort foods”. Are [...]
Continue reading...Monday, March 8, 2010
After working out, do you ever have the feeling that you can do anything? Do you feel energized? Well, you’re not alone. That feeling (which is actually triggered by any form of exercise,) comes about because exercise floods your body with endorphins. These helpful biochemicals lift your mood and stimulate the release of another important [...]
Continue reading...Thursday, March 4, 2010
If you exercise regularly you know that when you were a newbie, it seemed that every time you worked out it challenged your body. Those first workouts were rough — you didn’t think you’d ever survive! But now you’re working out on a regular basis and improving your diet. Keep it up! That [...]
Continue reading...Friday, February 26, 2010
Listed below is a simple list that can be helped by exercising. Put on a pedometer for self-check and motivation. Partner with a friend and challenge each other. No matter what it takes just GET MOVING! 1. It decreases the risk of heart disease and stroke, as well as the development of hypertension. 2. It helps prevent [...]
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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
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