Article Archive
How Much Is Fat and How Much Is Muscle?
Here are a few ways to assess your body composition before starting a new fitness program.October 27, 2010
Exercise Lowers High Blood Pressure
Studies show that regular physical activity offers a drug-free alternative for easing high blood pressure in both adults and children.October 20, 2010
Weighing Yourself Can Be Misleading
Checking your Body Mass Index is a good way to assess a baseline before starting a diet or an exercise program.October 13, 2010
Risk Factors Shouldn't Stop You From Exercising
The right fitness program can help high blood pressure and other health problems.October 6, 2010
A Personal Trainer is not a Luxury
Hiring a fitness coach is a smart investment that can improve your health and spur weight loss.September 29, 2010
Get a Doctor Who Knows You
Look for a physician who exercises and will partner with you in your quest for fitness.September 24, 2010
Aerobic Exercise Improves Ability to Burn Fat
Olympic winner explains why this is the best exercise for weight loss.September 17, 2010
Practice Really Does Make Perfect
People may lose strength through age, but the brain compensates by streamlining muscle movements.September 8, 2010
The Best Brain Workout: Play
New research reveals the connection between learning and exercise for both adults and children.September 6, 2010
Two-Week Diet Triggers Weight Loss
Columnist Eric Heiden says you can shed pounds by combining this diet with daily exercise.August 30, 2010
Your Heart Goes From Junker to Ferrari With Exercise
Aesthetic benefits aside, exercise also gives your ticker an overhaul.August 19, 2010
How to Avoid Weight-Loss Pitfalls
Varying your workout can help keep off the pounds.August 5, 2010
Tracking Your Exercise Intensity
Use an easy scale to gauge your daily walk or workout.August 2, 2010
Dehydration, Exercise and Heat Don't Mix
On the importance of drinking water before and after summer sports.July 22, 2010
Maximize Your Exercise After-Burn
The greater the intensity of your exercise, the longer the benefits.July 14, 2010
Exercise Protects People from Falls
Study shows the importance of balance at every age.July 9, 2010
Cross-Training Boosts Workouts
Varied exercise routines help athletes limit repetitive-use injuries.June 30, 2010
Compact Exercise Kit Great for Travel
Here are tips for taking your exercise routine on vacation.June 23, 2010
Exercise Shields Cells From Stress-Induced Aging
Columnist Eric Heiden on new study showing that physical activity blunts the toll of psychological stress on the body.June 16, 2010
Lift Weights and Broaden Your Exercise Horizons
This also can help you lose weight and build endurance.June 10, 2010
Good Fitness Goals: More Than Mind Over Matter
On the importance of creating a realistic exercise plan.June 1, 2010
Recipe for Fitness Success
Athletes need carbs and other food groups in their diets.May 17, 2010
Tips for Dealing With Soreness After Exercising
Don't let normal muscle aches derail your workout regime.May 11, 2010
The Right Gear Helps Sidestep Injuries
The first step is to stretch before you cycle, run or play.April 30, 2010
Stepping Stones to Summer Fitness
Set small goals to add all-important aerobic activity to your daily regime.April 21, 2010
If You Don't Snooze, You'll Lose
Lack of sleep affects weight, health and fitnessApril 16, 2010
Find Sports Suited to Your Fitness Level
Capitalize on what you have and discover your potential.April 11, 2010
Score Your Cardiovascular Fitness Level
Here's how to calculate your VO2max, a good first step to measure progress over time.April 9, 2010