Category: fitness
Exercises for Strength and Stability by Marlaina Donato Good balance is something we may take for granted until an unexpected fall brings our attention to a brewing problem. Slower reflexes, unconditioned muscles and changes in ...
Getting Fit Without a Gym by Marlaina Donato When getting to the gym is not possible, there are plenty of options to explore for at-home workouts. From finding fun ways to stay fit to getting ...
The Healing Power of Movement by Marlaina Donato Movement comes in many colors, from modern dance to country line dancing, and there’s something for everyone, including those that claim to have two left feet. Dancing ...
How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts by Julie Peterson When our body keeps hurting, especially if it’s been that way for a long time, it’s natural to want to snuggle into pillows with a good ...
A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet by Marlaina Donato Tennis champion Venus Williams and New England Patriots star quarterback Tom Brady are among the athletes that opt for healthy, plant-dominant diets to reach their ...
The Path to Vascular Fitness by Marlaina Donato It is well-known that exercise combats cardiovascular disease by balancing blood pressure and managing blood sugar, but aerobic exercise, not resistance training, takes the prize for keeping ...
Why Less Is Sometimes More by Marlaina Donato Exercise is a proven component in losing weight and preventing cardiovascular disease and diabetes, but not all exercise regimens yield the same results for everyone, especially when ...
Virtual Workouts Change the Game by Julie Peterson Welcome to the digital age, where budding gym rats, former couch potatoes and schedule-challenged fitness freaks are finding new ways to get in shape. These days, virtually ...
Goats on the Yoga Mat by Yvette Hammett When 50 to 60 strangers gather in a barn for their first goat yoga experience, it’s a bit awkward and there’s not much interaction—until the goats come ...
Tapping Into the Life Force by Marlaina Donato Longevity is something most of us strive for, and increasingly, research shows that implementing a consistent yoga practice can be a fruitful investment toward that goal. Yoga ...
