Fitness Set short-term & long-term fitness goals. If you haven’t exercised for years, the odds that you will run a marathon soon are against you. Not that you can’t do it, if you start training now. However, a better motivator might be to set short-term goals that allow you to build up strength and endurance […]
Fitness Riding a bicycle is good for body and soul. Cycling gets you out in the fresh air, leaves you feeling invigorated, and can do wonders for cardiovascular health. And you don’t have to ride fast and furiously to benefit from cycling. Here’s what to do to avoid undue muscle aches when you cycle. *
Fitness Like many people, you’re probably wondering when you’ll find the time to exercise when your days are already jam-packed with job responsibilities, family demands, and other obligations. It’s true that trying to fit something new, like exercise, into a busy schedule takes some doing. But it can be done. Here are some pointers to
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Fitness Aerobic Dancing / Step Aerobics (low to high-impact) Body Benefits Excellent for cardiovascular health and overall body toning. Training Key Find an instructor who works in a style and tempo you feel comfortable with. Caution High-impact aerobics can strain the knees, hips and ankles. Step aerobics is lower-impact but should be avoided by anyone
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Fitness The key to moving more is finding and doing activities you really enjoy. Dancing, walking, gardening…if it moves you and makes you happy, it works! When you do move, work toward 20 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous levels of movement. Regular physical activity helps with weight management and improving cardiovascular health. Add
Fitness Some exercise enthusiasts find it difficult to suspend their fitness activities even when they’re sick with a cold, flu, sore throat, or fever. Give your body a break. The risks of exercising at this time outweigh the benefits. A fever is a stress to the body. Some studies have shown that adding to that
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Fitness A carpenter needs a saw, a painter needs a brush, and an accountant needs a calculator. And anyone who’s serious about fitness needs a good pair of shoes (or several, if you’re active in more than one activity besides swimming). The right shoes can make the difference between comfort and discomfort, between safety and
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Fitness Drink fluids before, during, and after exercising. How much water and other fluids do you need? To stay hydrated, your needs vary and depend on: * How hard you exercise * How long you exercise * The temperature and humidity * How much you sweat and how much weight you lose from sweat Know
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Fitness * Set a good example. Be active and get your family to join you. Have fun together. Play with the kids or pets. Go for a walk. Tumble in the leaves. Play catch. * Take the President’s Challenge as a family. Keep track of physical activities each of you does. Earn awards for active
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Fitness Join a charity walk, run, or bike ride. If you are struggling to find a reason to get off your duff and exercise, go online and find a cause that interests you – Alzheimer’s disease, animal welfare, breast cancer, heart disease, multiple sclerosis, etc. Chances are there is a fitness-related fund-raiser in your area
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