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Today more than ever living with picky eaters is a problem most American families are facing in their daily lives. Parents who work at the problem see eating healthy for kids takes on many shapes and forms. Moms and dads both working to support the family are overwhelmed with an on-the-go lifestyle that making time [...]

A great way to build muscle tone in the lower body is to take a hike in the woods. Check out state parks and forests in your neck of the woods and make it a family adventure. Many hiking trails are well marked and depending on the terrain you get a pretty good cardio workout [...]

Today some celebrities are not embarrassed anymore about their weight. In fact they are out there showing and talking about it openly. And they are making money along the way. When once being fat may cause them an interruption as a professional actor in regards to financial security, these days they can spin it to [...]

Could downsizing improve your life? Getting in shape for better health sometimes means you’re going to have to look into the mirror once in awhile. See that shape staring back at you? If you’re not liking what you see maybe it’s time to act. And the first call of action might be to take responsibility [...]

It’s a rainy day. Feeling kind of blah. Don’t wallow too long in the puddles of the day. Time to get with the indoor program! Dust off the treadmill, rev up the ellipitical. An indoor workout on days like this don’t have to be the most exciting workout you’ve ever done, they just have to [...]

Weather is getting warmer and you’re pumped up to get out and do some exercise, right? Well, do you know how good your endurance level will be? If you haven’t done anything physical in awhile chances are your stamina will be lacking. So the best thing you can start doing will be to take it [...]

A dog is a hidden secret to a better physical you. Want a new workout? Get a dog. Not only are there ample opportunities for long walks, there is a certain mental benefit that might not be immediately apparent. Perhaps you have heard of how people with dogs live ten years longer than people who [...]

If exercise is so good for you then why doesn’t more people do it? One reason might be work schedules. Another might be that laziness plays a part. Here is one reason that may be stretching it a bit. The overload of sound bites magazine editors throw around on the covers. These are more apt [...]

In Venice Florida the new YMCA looks so inviting that it is no wonder seniors mix harmoniously with young adults all with a common goal of keeping in good physical shape. Now granted we are talking about a place that people retire to. Nonetheless these seniors work hard. Whether alone on exercise machines, with a [...]

I haven’t read what’s in this latest health care bill but I can bet there isn’t money for fitness equipment. Providing coverage to millions more Americans is a great step forward, but what if we gave every American an exercise cycle? I know I’m not being realistic, but if our government did provide one to [...]

They’re out there. Fitness gadgets that is. Just watch someone on an exercise cycle or a treadmill looking down at his watch clicking away and studying it. Chances are he just read how many calories he just burned or maybe the watch is telling him how many miles he just rode. More than likely the [...]

Aren’t you glad Spring is finally here. Soon you’ll be wearing lighter clothing, you’ll spend more time outside, and if you are like most people you’ll want to start getting back into shape. Winter can be harsh in more ways than one. People tend to add extra weight due to holidays. And it’s easy to [...]

Spring is almost here and soon summer will be upon us. And for many who live in the colder regions of our country thoughts start to pop up into our heads about getting in swimsuit shape. If this is the case with you my question would be why have you waited so long? Is the [...]

If only you had the time, right? Olympic athletes are a committed bunch. Yes they make time. They have a fit coach. They set goals. And they struggle too. Just because you are an Olympic contender doesn’t mean smooth sailing. Think of the hard work they put in four years worth for that brief moment [...]

Somehow you might be wondering why would anybody think chocolate and exercise would go together or even spoken at all? C’mon, do you really think I am being serious? Well, I am. Listen Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and embrace it. Have a little taste of sweetness. And don’t feel so guilty. If [...]