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Fitness can help override a family history of high blood pressure
Regular exercise and physical fitness can help counteract even a family history of high blood pressure and reduce the risk for developing hype…
A fitness gift for Mom
This Mother's Day, consider one of these fitness gift ideas from the TOPS organization.
Take a walk for friendship with Best Buddies
Members of the region's Best Buddies Clubs are encouraging supporters to get involved in their latest fundraiser this week.
The power of yoga: Certain poses can help people with diabetes
For those who live with Type 2 diabetes—often occurring as a result of aging, weight gain and a lack of exercise—help may be on the way.
Keeping Alzheimer's at bay through exercise
Can it be true? Can something as simple as adding an exercise routine to your current lifestyle actually stave off Alzheimer's disease? Recent…
Running on (nearly) bare feet: A look at the trend afoot
Barefoot running is picking up speed in the running community these days, though it's a trend that's been afoot for many years. In fact in 196…
The Benefits of FloWalking: Low-impact, natural technique reprograms body's motions
Walking is a fantastic exercise, and it's beneficial for all ages and fitness levels. But like all exercise, if you don't do it correctly you …
American Heart Association sets billion-calorie goal
The American Heart Association wants people to be energy billionaires.
Runners may suffer from foot woes
Foot problems are common challenges affecting runners and joggers. After all, the feet are what hits the ground first.
Yoga poses as Olympic sport: Is that a stretch?
NEW YORK (AP) — The judges will be watching — were the competitor's knees locked? Were the wrists straight? Did the forehead and the knee conn…
Use proper form and avoid mistakes when exercising
Many beginning exercisers, and even some veterans, have fitness misconceptions or use poor form, which can compromise their workouts, slowing …
A pediatric dietician weighs in on childhood obesity
Sedentary TV time, huge meal portions and ever-present snacks make it easy for children to lose control of their weight, leading to increased …
Even yoga can lead to injury
Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual discipline with numerous styles, but as with any exercise regimen, injury is still a possibility.
Debunking weight-loss myths: Local dietitians shed some light to help you lose pounds
Weight-loss myths abound these days with fad diet authors and blogs weighing in with the latest ways to shed pounds. Our dietitians and traine…
Get fit in 10: Adding exercise to a busy life doesn't have to be impossible
Fitting exercise into a busy lifestyle doesn't take that much time. In fact, according to area fitness experts, adding as little as 10 minutes…
Lose weight at work: Resistance bands can help you exercise at your desk
If losing weight is a goal this year, you might be surprised to learn you can lose those pounds just as easily at work as you could in a gym. …
Group Personal Training offers fitness options
For those who want some extra attention to help build strength while they work out but don't want to hire their own personal trainer, group pe…
Exercise heart just like any other muscle
Heart disease is the No.1 killer of men and women in the U.S., according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Simple things can h…
Running ahead of the winter weather
For those who enjoy the challenge of working out in the cold there are other benefits in addition to the physical ones.
Hot yoga is trendy, but not for everyone
Some people worry about the risks of taking hot yoga, otherwise known as Bikram yoga, because of the possibility of heat-related injuries.
For many, weather armor includes wicking fabrics
The functional under-layer is a favorite of skiers, hikers, runners and other athletes, who find that the fabric draws out perspiration, serve…
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Director of Cardiology Pastor Llobet discusses St. Catherine Hospital's leading cardiovascular services.
Paul Stanish, the medical director of Healthy 4 Life talks about the weight loss program at …
Franciscan St. Margaret Health
St. Margaret Health Certified Wound Specialist Jerry Tuel explains the hospital's hyperbaric…
Neurosurgeon Mohammad Shukairy talks about Community Hospital's new concussion clinic.
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