It was a concern during my wife's pregnancy: don't get gestational diabetes because then the baby will be really large. While she never got that issue, a new study indicates that exercise during pregnancy helps keep newborn size normal.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends we get 30 minutes of moderate to intense exercise 5 days a week. Most of us do not even workout 30 minutes 3 days a week. With today's schedules it seems the only exercises we do is with our fingers on the keyboard. If you are stuck at your desk all day at work there are some simple exercises you can do through out the day they will help you burn calories and make you feel better too.
There's a day for everything, and running is no exception. Wednesday, for those of you joggers, marathoners or just plain walkers, is National Running Day.
Fat is considered the enemy. We try to eat a fat-free diet and avoid fat at all costs. It’s important to understand, though, that not all fats are bad and some are actually necessary for a healthy diet and proper nutrition.
No Limits, Southern California’s most all-inclusive mixed martial arts (MMA) academy and event center, has issued a challenge to overweight Orange County residents. The academy will kick off its 12-Week Weight Loss Challenge on March 27 by offering program participants the tools to transform their bodies and lives one pound at a time.
Busy executives know the importance of structure and regularity in juggling business responsibilities. But should you be so rigid when it comes to your nutrition and fitness routines and choices? If you want to get fit, lose weight and live a longer, stronger life then become aware and conscious of the real effects of some of your nutrition and exercise choices.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell today announced the results of the annual physical fitness tests given to all fifth, seventh, and ninth graders enrolled in California public schools.
Regular exercise can help obese children shrink more than just their waistlines, new research shows. The activity also can help them to reduce - and even reverse - their risk of developing cardiovascular disease, including hardening of the arteries.
