There are so many reasons why regular activity boosts your health. Learn what those are and how you can incorporate exercise into your day. We know that staying active is one of the best ways to keep our bodies healthy. But did you know it can also improve your overall well-being and quality of life? … Read More »
Being Active
Hate Exercise? 5 Tips That May Change Your Mind
September 24, 2019 at 3:00 pm
Try these tips from the American Heart Association to add some physical activity to your life that you may end up liking. Find your jam. Instead of forcing yourself to do something you don’t enjoy, find ways to exercise that fit your personality. If you’re a social person, do something that engages you socially –… Read More »
Simple Steps for the Whole Family to be Heart Healthy
April 30, 2018 at 2:01 pm
Making time for a heart-healthy lifestyle can seem overwhelming. But the good news is that making a few small simple lifestyle changes can lead to heart-healthy habits that require little thought or effort. Get creative and work heart-healthy habits into your family’s life and daily schedule. Whether you’re a single parent or married,… Read More »
No Time for Exercise? Here Are 7 Easy Ways to Move More!
April 26, 2018 at 5:28 pm
Too busy to add more exercise to your busy schedule? When you can’t seem to make time for a full workout, try these no-sweat ways to simply move more. Learn how to Take 10 You found your keys. You found the motivation to clean out your closet. Now you can find 30 minutes in… Read More »
Body Mass Index In Adults (BMI Calculator for Adults)
April 16, 2018 at 4:30 pm
The benefits of maintaining a healthy weight go far beyond improved energy and smaller clothing sizes. By losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight, you are also likely to enjoy these quality-of-life factors too. Fewer joint and muscle pains More energy and greater ability to join in desired activities Better regulation of bodily fluids and… Read More »
Identifying Your Fitness Goals
April 16, 2018 at 4:25 pm
You’ve made the decision to start a physical activity program — the first major step toward becoming more active. But what’s next? Although physical activity is individualized and everyone’s goals are different, adults benefit most from at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week. But everyone should answer the following questions before starting a… Read More »
Breaking Down Barriers to Fitness
April 16, 2018 at 4:18 pm
Most of us are familiar with the most common barrier to a regular physical activity routine — the lack of time. Work, family obligations and other realities of daily life often get in the way of our best intentions to be more active. There are many additional barriers that vary by the person and life circumstance…. Read More »
Daily Tips to Help Keep Your Family Active
April 9, 2018 at 6:05 pm
How can you help your family be more physically active and get enough exercise to stay healthy? Get up and move more as part of your everyday routine with our easy tips and hacks. Every April, we celebrate Move More Month to encourage everyone to get active for better health. The focus of the month… Read More »
Know Your Target Heart Rates for Exercise, Losing Weight and Health
April 6, 2018 at 2:48 pm
What should your heart rate be when working out, and how can you keep track of it? Our simple chart will help keep you in the target training zone, whether you want to lose weight or just maximize your workout. Find out what normal resting and maximum heart rates are for your age and… Read More »
How to Upgrade Your Morning Routine
April 5, 2018 at 7:58 pm
A good start to a productive, successful day depends on your morning habits and rituals. Here’s how to make your morning routine healthy, inspiring, and best of all, easy — using triggers and habit chaining to kick-start an amazing day. How Do You Wake Up? Waking up may be the very first… Read More »