10 Excuses for Not Exercising, and Why They Won’t Fly
1. I’m too busy. This is by far the most common excuse. Yes, schedules are busy…but if something is a priority (the finale of American Idol, for example), you will make time for it. So make time for exercise. Try scheduling […]
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Postpartum Exercise
During the past 25 years, numerous research studies have demonstrated significant benefits associated with physical activity during and after pregnancy for both mother and baby. Pregnancy triggers numerous physical changes in a woman’s body, including water retention and weight gain. […]
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6 Resons to drink water
Water is to the body as oil is to a car. Americans seem to carry bottled water everywhere they go these days. In fact, it has become the second most popular drink (behind soft drinks). But water lovers got a […]
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12 Reasons You Should Lift Weights
Just because you’re not vying for 20-inch biceps or thunderously strong thighs like the muscle heads in the gym doesn’t mean you should shun the weight room. Lifting weights gives you an edge over belly fat, stress, heart disease, and […]
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Top 9 Fitness Myths — Busted!
Think you know the facts about getting fit? You may be surprised to learn how many are really fiction. By Colette Bouchez WebMD Feature Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD It’s easy to fall into the trap: A workout buddy passes […]
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5 Cardio Myths
At the end of a rough day, the rhythmic swooshing of the elliptical, whir of a bike, or patter of feet on the belt of a treadmill might sound like music to your ears—for stress relief, cardio is tops. It’s […]
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Putting Health Over Convenience
Kara A. Witzke, PhD, leads the exercise and sport science program at Oregon State University-Cascades. Her work in the health and fitness industry spans more than 20 years and has included positions in personal training, cardiac rehabilitation, workplace wellness, fitness […]
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Hormones During Exercise
GROWTH HORMONE – Release of growth hormone increases when aerobic exercise increases. This hormone increases the use of fat as fuel! It stimulates protein synthesis, strength of bones, tendons, ligaments and cartilage. ENDORPHINS – Blocks pain, decreases appetite, creates the […]
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Help Your Children Build Healthy Eating Habits
August marks the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ first-ever Kids Eat Right Month. In order to support AND’s focus on the importance of healthful eating and active lifestyles for children and their families, IDEA has assembled a list of our […]
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