Posts Tagged ‘Physical Activity’
In last week’s column, you learned that using the scale to gauge weight loss success or failure isn’t always a good idea. It is normal for body weight to fluctuate depending on factors such as fluids and food consumed, medications and medical conditions, and levels of physical activity.
Lose the fat, but try to maintain muscle
Monday, December 12th, 2011
In last week’s column, you learned that using the scale to gauge weight loss success or failure isn’t always a good idea. It is normal for body weight to fluctuate depending on factors such as fluids and food consumed, medications and medical conditions, and levels of physical activity.For this reason, it is important to take your body type into account when deciding on weight loss goals. For ...
Regular Exercise Increases Muscle Stem Cells to Renew Aging Muscles, Study Says
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
Dec. 1, 2010 – In most of the analysis seeking answers to the magical longevity of centenarians there are references to their physical activity and strength but there have been few answers as to how this happens – how their muscles overcome natural aging.
Move Your Body And Feel Better
Friday, October 23rd, 2009
Just 30 minutes of physical activity every day will help you look and feel better. Not only will you improve your muscle tone, but your skin benefits too. You will increase your body's strength, have... Writers Wanted: Join Our Blogging Community Today!
Best Michelle Obama Photos EVER? See FLOTUS Hop, Hula Hoop, And Double Dutch (PHOTOS, POLL)
Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
*Scroll down for AMAZING photos and full remarks* From Associated Press WASHINGTON -- First lady Michelle Obama hooped it up for health -- hula hooped, that is -- managing to get in an impressive 142 swivels before her hula hoop hit the ground. Jumping rope double dutch? Not so much. It was all for a good cause -- encouraging kids to get more physical activity and eat better. The first lady hosted a healthy kids fair on the South Lawn of the White House on Wednesday and invite