September 2, 2010 in Fitness, Technology
Many of us want to embrace a healthier lifestyle, but are looking for some assistance to keep ourselves on track. Luckily, with today’s technology, there are resources online and offline that can be used to help us stay motivated and track progress. Take advantage of your smart phone. Weight Watchers offers an application for iPhone ...
August 27, 2010 in Fitness
Are you a Baby Boomer? If you were born between the years of 1946 to 1964, you are part of the 79.1 million Boomers, comprising 29 percent of the total US population. According to the AARP, every seven seconds a Baby Boomer turns 50! And, about one-third of Americans who take part in sports activities ...
August 23, 2010 in Fitness
When we select a workout program and try to follow it religiously we tend to ignore the finer points and the import of the workout regimen in its totality. Most people concentrate on losing weight, some try to build muscles, and some would exercise simply to remain fit. What is ignored is that any exercise ...
July 30, 2010 in Fitness, Health Tips
With the popularity of movies like Sex and the City and the revival of the 50-year-old fashionista, the 42.9 million baby boomer women in America are approaching aging with confidence and style. While talking about many sensitive topics is no longer off-limits to this vocal group, there still remain several embarrassing health topics that many ...
July 25, 2010 in Diet & Nutrition, Fitness, Health Tips
There’s actually some good news for those at risk for heart disease. Experts say there are several risk factors for heart disease that can be controlled through a combination of behavior and diet. One of the more important of these factors is blood cholesterol. Cholesterol can build up in our arteries and cause blood flow ...
July 19, 2010 in Fitness, Healthy Living
Whether you’re a serious fitness buff or trying to get a little more physical activity, you need to make sure your body has the fuel it needs to keep you going. Protein, Omega-3s and vitamins D and B12 go a long way toward boosting your workout, and can all come from one delicious little source ...
June 10, 2010 in Fitness
Fact: Every hour of every day, 330 Americans turn 60. Fact: By 2030, one in five Americans will be older than 65. Fact: The number of people over 100 doubles every decade. Fact: As they age, people lose muscle mass and strength, flexibility and bone. Fact: The resulting frailty leads to a loss of mobility ...
June 7, 2010 in Fitness
When you head out to the pool or the beach, does your swimsuit make you look and feel your best? If not, you're not alone....
