Category Archives: Fitness

Middle aged women, especially, battle the bulge around their waists. Getting rid of unwanted belly fat is easier said than done. As we age, changes in hormone levels and metabolism make it more difficult to shed unwanted pounds. New research … Continue reading →

Most Americans are aware of the benefits of exercise for improving overall health, especially reducing the risk of chronic illnesses like heart disease and type 2 diabetes. However, this is often not incentive enough when there seems to be not … Continue reading →

Vigorous forms of yoga such as Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga or power yoga require participants to flow continuously from one challenging yoga pose to another. Now research reports that Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga provides the same calorie-burning benefits as traditional aerobic activities, such as walking, running and aerobic dance.
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For athletes looking to improve strength and performance, focusing on balance training may be more important that previously recognized. A recent study published in the International Journal of Sports Medicine found that athletes faired better if they began their fitness … Continue reading →

Many adults gain an average of 16 pounds of body weight between the ages of 25 to 54. However, there are many fitness options to combat this weight gain, including yoga. In fact, a recent study reports that practicing yoga can help prevent middle-aged weight gain.
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Even if you’ve exercised regularly for years, your fitness levels will significantly decline if you take an extended break from training. This reduction in physiologic and exercise capacity is called detraining or deconditioning. If you find yourself sidelined by an … Continue reading →

In Australia, researchers were curious whether these exercises could be beneficial in the chronic disease, type 2 diabetes, which affects 7.5% of all adults aged 25 years and older.
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Neglecting the core muscles sets you up for injury. By strengthening them with Pilates exercise, you can prevent and treat injuries, improve your posture, strengthen your back, increase your flexibility, and create a sleeker shape.
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Weight training, also called strength or resistance training, is exercise done to improve the strength and function of muscles. However, there’s a growing consensus that weight training may be good for more than just building your muscles. Now research reports that weight training can also help reduce anxiety and blood pressure.
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An important study published in the journal, Circulation, presented the AHA guidelines for reducing the risk of heart disease by dietary, exercise, and other practices.
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On average, middle-aged women gain one to two pounds a year, mostly in body fat. Now, the SHE (Strong Healthy and Empowered) study reports that weight lifting can prevent or delay an increase in abdominal fat in middle-aged women.
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Last Saturday, high school cross-country track star Holland Reynolds crawled across the finish line to win the California state championship for her team. Reynolds’ great determination and courageous effort to win after collapsing three yards from the finish line has … Continue reading →

Nutritionists estimate the typical Thanksgiving meal is at least 3,500 calories. This is way over the average 1,700 to 2,500 calories per day required for women and 2,000 to 3,300 calories for men. Fortunately, a daily walk can help compensate … Continue reading →

Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art that includes slow, controlled, meditative movements. In addition to improving strength and flexibility, tai chi also has other benefits including stress reduction and improved balance. Now research reports that tai chi may … Continue reading →

Lifting heavy weights is commonly prescribed to achieve maximum muscle growth. However, a new paradigm is challenging this belief. Now for the first time, research reports that maximum muscle size can be achieved by pumping lighter weights to the point … Continue reading →

  Exercise is recommended for all age groups as part of a healthy lifestyle to support optimum wellness and prevent obesity. Current exercise guidelines recommend a half hour of exercise five days week. Many adults gain an average of 16 … Continue reading →

USDA, ARS researchers recruited 14 men to participate in a double-blind cross-over feeding study to examine the effect of restricted zinc consumption on exertion during exercise.
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