People often ask me which is better: running or walking? These are the most popular physical activities for American adults and new studies involving surveys of runners and walkers reveal the comparative benefits of both. Which is more effective for weight control, for maintaining good health and reducing your risk of chronic disease?
Read MoreAre you ready to bare your arms in summer fashions? The social season is upon us: weddings, graduations, pool parties, and weekends at the beach. Tune in to find out what Mary did about her (formerly) flabby arms and how you can get awesome arms with my expert sculpting tips.
Read MoreHow did you do on the Bone Health IQ Test in last week's blog (5/13)? If it raised your awareness of your personal risk for developing osteoporosis, you get a gold star!
Read MoreRecent studies offer encouraging news for those of us afraid of losing our mental edge with age. Research shows that exercise – any exercise – has a profound effect on overall cognitive function. Beyond merely stemming memory loss, exercise targets different aspects of cognition to improve recall.
Read MoreCalcium supplements are in the news because of conflicting results of several major studies and recommendations by the US Preventive Services Task Force. The varying conclusions of researchers showed inconsistent findings, putting into question the benefits of supplements containing calcium to prevent bone loss.
Read MoreHave you ever considered how fitness training could be beneficial to your skills as a driver? According to...
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