exercise

Is Walking is Better Than Running?

July 10, 2018

If you prefer walking to running, you may feel defensive when surrounded by runners. Stand up with pride. You aren’t “only a walker.” Brisk walking is an [...]

How Many Steps Do You Need to Take in a Day to Lose Weight?

July 2, 2018

Whether you track your steps with a wearable device or through your phone, knowing how much you’ve walked in a day can be an extremely useful tool for weight loss. Many [...]

What’s Better For Your Body: Slow Yoga Or Fast Yoga?

June 29, 2018

Just as dog lovers tend to favor either small or large pups, yogis generally fall into slow or fast camps. So which is better? Glad you asked! A smart yoga routine should [...]

What Are the Best Exercises to Prevent Osteoporosis?

June 19, 2018

Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that affects men and women, especially women beyond menopause because estrogen helps to protect bone. In osteoporosis, the bones [...]

Want to Jump-Start Your Weight Loss?

June 12, 2018

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight you know it’s rarely easy. It takes time, commitment, and learning—new habits have to be formed and bad habits broken. But [...]

What Type of Exercise Helps Relieve Depression?

June 5, 2018

Strength training is good for your body and your mind, according to a new review of more than 30 previously published studies. The paper, published in the journal JAMA [...]

What’s Best for Weight Loss: Cardio or Strength Training?

May 30, 2018

The question: To lose weight, should I spend my gym time doing more cardio or more strength training? The expert: Personal trainer Mike Donavanik, C.S.C.S., C.P.T. The [...]

The Middle-Shrinking Fitness Plan That Actually Works!

May 22, 2018

Make an Effort to be Mindful Can you consistently identify your physical and mental state? (“I’m craving chocolate cake because I’m in a bad mood, and I [...]

Why Am I Losing Weight but Not Belly Fat?

May 18, 2018

You’ve gotten into the stride of a healthy nutrition and workout regimen, and you’re seeing the results on the scale. But many women reach their target [...]