Published: Monday, 13 July 2009
Circuit training is a great way to get the whole family moving together. Since summer is in full swing, why not merge the gym with the beautiful outdoors and set up your circuit stations in the backyard? Just be sure to stay hydrated and slather on the sunscreen. For more tips on exercising in warm weather, click here.
Published: Monday, 6 July 2009
Fitness DVDs for kids are another tool parents can use to keep their kids on their feet and off the couch. They’re good to have on hand when inclement weather has your kids bouncing off the walls. They’re also ideal for kids who don’t feel comfortable exercising in classes or playing on teams. That being said, finding the right kids’ fitness DVD can be a challenge.
Published: Monday, 29 June 2009
It’s easy to fall into a workout rut. Most of us are creatures of habit. We find something we like and stick to it. This can be an admirable trait in some circumstances, but when it comes to the continued success of your workout program, it’s a sure way to reach an exercise plateau. Here’s why: In addition to the boredom that sets in when you fail to mix up your workouts, there is a physiological phenomenon that occurs that can leave you feeling frustrated. The human body is very efficient and quickly adapts to the stress you place upon it.
Published: Monday, 22 June 2009
As a first-time mother, I’m still getting used to the concept of “playdates.” I admit that I yearn for the days when playing didn’t require a carefully planned calendar and a social secretary. Playdates are a modern phenomenon, one that has developed as a result of our increasingly busy schedules and concern for safety. It used to be that children would simply go outside, round up kids in the neighborhood, and dream up ways to have fun. Kids would often be gone until the streetlights came on, returning now and then to grab a snack or settle a spat.
Published: Monday, 15 June 2009
Parents with kids who are overweight or inactive often ask me for advice. They’re looking for an exercise plan that their kids will actually enjoy. This can be a tall order since kids who are overweight or inactive often do not feel comfortable playing sports or exercising in a class environment with other kids. These are the kids who would benefit from working with a personal trainer. Some local gyms offer personal training for kids, but there are drawbacks. Personal training can be tough on the family budget.
Published: Monday, 8 June 2009
Experts agree that to maintain good health, at least 30 minutes of normal daily physical activity should accompany your accumulated 2.5 hours of weekly vigorous exercise. But our modern lives have us completely at a disadvantage when it comes to being active. Progress and technology have made our lives so convenient, little physical effort is needed to get through a typical day. Gone are the days when we had to churn butter or chop wood to heat our home. We no longer have to use our muscles to open the garage door.
Published: Monday, 1 June 2009
HealthNews will be debuting a new pregnancy and childbirth column this Saturday, which will provide women and couples with information and inspiration for a happy and healthy pregnancy and birth. The timing couldn’t be better for me. I’m once again embarking on the fascinating journey of pregnancy.
Published: Monday, 25 May 2009
Have you checked the elasticity of your sports bra lately? Are your sneakers barely making it through your cardio kickboxing class? Spring is a great time of year to update your workout wear. But in today’s tough economy, it’s best to go shopping armed with information. Keep the following checklist in mind when shopping for yourself and your kids:
Confidence
Published: Monday, 18 May 2009
Near the end of every school year, I get calls from various anxious moms from my neighborhood. The situation is always the same: They’ve been assigned to organize their child’s end-of-the-school-year class party and they’re intimidated by the task. The party has to somehow be fun, memorable, unique, appealing to both boys and girls, and done on the cheap. I usually jump at the opportunity to help out because I have such fond memories of my end-of-the-school-year class parties.
Published: Monday, 11 May 2009
I quit playing soccer, the only team sport I ever tried, at age twelve. Perhaps it was our team’s losing season and unfortunate name (the Blueberries!) which convinced me to leave the field and head to the mall. The reasons were surely more complicated, but I wish now that I hadn’t been so quick to hang up my cleats. Girls who continue to play team sports through their teen years reap benefits that can greatly impact their adult lives.
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