A new UK study has shown that exercising is key in preventing the recurrence of cancer in survivors. This challenges the recommendation that survivors should get more rest and take it easy. All patients getting cancer treatment should be told to do two and a half hours of physical exercise every week, says a report […]

Physical activity is important for your personal health. It builds your strength, slows down aging and improves your posture Moderate physical activity is safe for most people. But it’s always a good idea to talk to your doctor before becoming more active, especially if you haven’t been very active or have health problems. If you’re […]

Parents and concerned people across the country are voicing their opinion on the recent campaign for Skechers Shape Up  for Girls. The campaign targets young girls only which has people speaking out because of what this message may translate to girls.  Although, some may feel this is a good thing and may support the First […]

Is your life so busy that going to the gym or exercising at home is difficult?  Taking time out to add a workout regimen is important and always a challenge to stay consistent.  Thankfully, there’s ways to include a few squats, bends and stress relievers into your busy schedule when time is limited.

November 14th 2010, saw me “lined up” along with nearly 30,000 other people at 7:00 AM in 40 degree weather awaiting the sound of a gunshot. Participating in the San Antonio Rock N’ Roll Marathon & A Half was one of the most uniquely, inspiring, life-changing events I have survived to date. Walking 13.1 miles […]

Everything that multi-platinum rapper and global business mogul Shawn Carter a/k/a “Jay Z” does is super-size.  He is the definition of success.  He looks the part from head to toe. Here are a few inside tips from Men’s Health that reveals the superstar’s exercise regimen. Take a look Related Articles: Dance and Lose Weight While […]

Years after I had given birth to my fourth child, people would say to me, “You look good for having had four children.” They would mean it as a compliment. But to my hears it always stung just a little. It was as though they were saying you are overweight and flabby, but that’s to […]

Folks, the holiday season is approaching fast and furiously upon us.  The days are dwindling down till Thanksgiving? Are you ready for all of the food that will be presented on your table?

By Susan Evans, MD When you look in the mirror in the morning, do you grimace in dismay or do you smile and give yourself a fun wink? Whether you’re 40, 50, 60 or beyond the person with the wink will probably win the Still Sexy contest. Beauty is a state of mind first and […]

VIA: MSNBC.Com Breaking up your fitness routine is hard to do. But it’s crucial for avoiding the bigger heartache of overuse injury, fitness experts say.…