Recreation is commonly defined as play and/or activity that amuses or stimulates. Recreation comes in many forms. Some people play video games, while others play badminton. For most of us, recreational choices involve a variety of activities. Some demand energy, while others require nothing more than open eyes. (more…)

You eat right, work out regularly and steadfastly maintain your level of fitness. Then –ouch—you suffer an injury. It happens to the best of us. How to recover? Slowly, carefully and wisely. (more…)

Seems like you can’t turn on the TV without getting bombarded with gobs of infomercials touting one “phenomonal” weight loss product after another. We’ve all seen them, and nearly all of us (don’t even try to weasel your way out of this one) at one time or another have wondered if they actually work. (more…)

Most of us have attempted to lose weight at some point in time. Considering our hectic schedules, fitness and nutrition plans frequently get overlooked. Follow these simple weight loss tips, along with the basic rules (eat healthier and increase physical activity), and watch the numbers on the scale fall. (more…)

Is your gym membership burning a hole in your wallet and racking up miles on your car? For a convenient and affordable alternative, consider working out at home. (more…)

Many of us strive to keep ourselves physically fit, but how about our family members? With childhood obesity on the rise, there’s no better time to make health and wellness a family affair. (more…)

Many of us work such long days that we think we simply don’t have time to squeeze in exercise. Nothing could be further from the truth. The workday holds abundant opportunities for physical activity. Even desk jockeys have plenty of ways to incorporate fitness into their workday. Jot these suggestions down in your day planner, and you’ll be climbing the corporate fitness ladder in no time. (more…)

You’re going on vacation! Time for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Before you leave your running shoes at home, consider this sobering fact: as a general rule, we lose fitness twice as quickly as we gain it. Now, how about slipping those sneakers in your suitcase, globetrotter? (more…)

Many fitness fans find themselves falling into the dreaded exercise rut. This can result in a slippery slope. While some persevere and manage to trudge their way through it, others suffer dwindling motivation and decreased activity levels. Consequently, fitness goals suffer. Fight exercise burnout by keeping a resource list of fun fitness ideas handy. Consider the following suggestions. (more…)

You eat all the right foods and exercise regularly. Then, the sun goes down and you settle in for the night. Soon, those inevitable cravings kick in and you’re head first in the snack drawer. Next thing you know, you’ve consumed enough calories to make your dreams bad ones. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Now it’s time to do something about it. (more…)