Finding it hard to make time for lengthy workouts? Experts say fitting several five-minute “exercise snacks” into your day can be just as beneficial as several long workouts a week. From UK’s fitandwell.com. (Photo: Fit Approach, Creative Commons)
Summer’s a great time to get outside — and get moving!
The great outdoors beckons with warm weather and longer days. Make the most of the season by turning your tired indoor fitness routine into creative outdoor workouts wherever you live or vacation. WebMD has assembled some workout tips from exercise physiologists. What are you waiting for? (Photo: David Hudson, Creative Commons)
Fulfill your New Year resolution to get fit
Get healthier – that’s one of the most common New Year resolutions, and sadly, it often goes unfulfilled come the following Dec. 31. Make stewardship of your physical health should a priority this year. This article from WebMD offers commonsense tips. (Photo: Dr. Abdulla Nasar, Creative Commons)
Pursuing God, Persuing Fitness
A lot of us know the cruel heartache of “yo-yo” dieting, with our weight going up and down constantly. And our culture encourages this by, on the one hand, pushing us to eat junk food and, on the other, lifting up an unrealistic ideal of thinness and beauty. A better way is to focus on […]
Get a Move On!
Did you know that moving throughout the day is just as important as a regular exercise regimen? Research shows that by moving regularly, you can improve your cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure, improve metabolism, as well as lower levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. You can also reduce the risk of diabetes and certain cancers.That’s right, folks! It’s time to […]
Are You Spiritually Fit?
‘IT’S PERSONAL’ Blog Catching her breath at the treadmill next to me, the woman in the pink tee shirt asked how long before she would see “results.” It was her first workout, she explained, and she was excited. Like a lot of people who come to the fitness room at the local YWCA, she was […]