Kids in Motion By the time they reach high school, 64% of children are no longer physically active. If your kids fall within this group, be a role model and introduce them to fun exercise. Once you get kids moving in the direction of fitness, chances are they’ll keep going for the rest of their…
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Strength Training for Kids Many parents and physical education teachers have traditionally shied away from strength training with their children or students. However, there is sufficient research to suggest that strength training is a suitable—and safe—option for most youth. Here are some tips about strength training for kids. Correcting the Misconceptions There are a number…
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10 Fun Fitness Summer Activities for Kids Summer is here and children need to stay active, healthy and busy during their break from school. To keep kids moving, the American Council on Exercise suggests ten, fun fitness summer activities for kids. SoccerThis highly active game involving both agility and teamwork has grown increasingly popular in…
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Staying Fit with Lung Conditions Years ago, people with lung conditions were advised to take it easy, and sit out of strenuous activities. Thanks to medical research, those days are over. It’s established that regular exercise is beneficial for people with lung disease. Staying active and fit can help you breathe easier and do more…
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Osteoporosis, Reduce Your Risk Now! Osteoporosis is an age-related disorder in which bones become gradually thinner, more porous and less able to support the weight of the body. It has a debilitating effect on quality of life, as it limits a person’s independence. This condition attacks both men and women, but women usually suffer more…
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5 Things You Need to Know About the New Nutrition Facts Label Last weekend, I appeared on the Good Day Philadelphia morning show on WTXF-TV (Fox 29). I was invited on to the show as the expert Dietitian/Nutritionist to provide insights around how the U.S Food and Drug Administration just finalized the new Nutrition Facts…
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Hollywood Live With Jack Canfield and Guest Dwayne Wimmer Seen on Bravo and A&E Below, Dwayne Wimmer was recently seen on Bravo and A&E around the country as a guest on Hollywood Live With Jack Canfield. The show was filmed in Los Angeles, California in the penthouse of the Hollywood…
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Registered Dietitian, Ashvini Mashru,MA,RD,LDN, Recommends Vertex Fitness As a Registered Dietitian with a specialty in weight loss and weight management, strength training is what I recommend my clients, especially women over 40. Strength training allows you to build and maintain muscle. The more muscle you have, the greater your resting metabolic rate will be. This…
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Alcohol Eats Away at Muscle Mass If increasing muscle mass is one of your goals, then think twice before you go out for a night of heavy drinking. Consuming alcohol in large quantities has a direct effect on your metabolism, causing fat to be stored instead of being utilized as an energy source. Alcohol contains…
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Summer Strength Summertime is here (did we even have a spring?)! Summer is such a great time. I look forward to working out in the yard, taking the kids to the pool and seeing all of our friends out and about in the neighborhood. I also look forward to going to many bar-b-ques, and baseball…
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