Arm Yourself in the Battle Against Prostate Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), prostate cancer is now the most common type of cancer in American men. Approximately 1 in 6 men in the United States will develop prostate cancer during his lifetime, and similar rates are occurring…
Move It for a Longer Life
Do you know where your fitness level is? The more we learn, the more we realize how important it is to move our bodies. Inactivity brings spiraling health risks, especially when combined with a poor diet.
Sit on this: A study in the American…
Cardio vs. Strength Training
With all the current workout fads — from Zumba to P90X —sometimes it’s difficult to decide what’s best for your fitness or weight lossgoals. Here’s a breakdown so you get the most out of your time at the gym.
Strength TrainingStrength…
Move to the Beat for Better Workout Results
Tunes may be the best way to tune up — and tone up — your body.One recent study shows listening to the right music while exercising can increase your physical endurance by 15 percent. Music also helps you feel more positive, even when…
To Be or Not to Be — Gluten Free?
Over the past decade, gluten-free diets have moved from a relatively unknown concept to a mainstream way of life. Even Oprah went gluten-free for a while – and if she’s doing it, you know it’s only a matter of time before everyone…
Healthy Joint Habits
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five adults in the U.S. are diagnosed with arthritis – making it the most common disability in the country. The CDC projects 45% of adults will contract arthritis in their…