In a fitness world obsessed with lifting more weight, showing more abs, and building bigger biceps, a lot of workout enthusiasts forget about—or ignore—the un-sexy parts of fitness.
I mean, who wants to post on Instagram about their nine hours of...
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From Family Features
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans are more aware of their health, wellness and exercise habits. Now, as social restrictions ease, you may...
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By Mark Grevelding
Most people understand that regular exercise is important for optimal wellness and daily function. However, few understand how the breakdown of the food we consume is converted to an energy source that...
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By Mark Grevelding
Hearts rule the month of February when Valentine’s Day decorations are everywhere. It is also a good time to focus on your own heart health and the importance of exercise. President...
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By Mark Grevelding
As we ring in another New Year and enjoy our mild Florida winter, it is a good time to reassess the status of our exercise enjoyment. As the seasons change, so should...
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From Family Features
In adjusting to the constraints of the pandemic, many Americans had to improvise where and how they work out. After months of adapting to a “gym anywhere” mentality and learning to...
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By Mark Grevelding
Need help staying motivated with exercise during the holidays? Below is a fun 12-day fitness program you can do in your living room. Designed with exercises for cardio, flexibility and strength, this progressive workout increases in...
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By Mark Grevelding
President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in 1983. As we recognize the 38th anniversary, let us also acknowledge the role of exercise in preventing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Dementia refers to a decline in mental ability...
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By Mark Grevelding
Often referred to as “middle-age spread,” weight gain is an inevitable rite of passage for many as they age. Age-related muscle loss, also called sarcopenia, contributes to much of that weight gain. According to the American Council on Exercise, most adults start losing about a...
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By Susan Goldfein
I'm all for self-improvement, as long as it doesn't involve exercise. I've become a gym-o-phobe. The mere thought of a sports bra and sneakers can ruin the most perfect day. But perhaps "-phobe" isn't an accurate suffix to explain my condition. I...
