We all know and understand that our metabolism is increased by movement, mostly in the form of exercise. ……

Do you know how to reduce your risk of getting one of the chronic diseases that older Americans will often get and are responsible for the majority of deaths in our country such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer? ……

It’s a strange looking gizmo. It sort of looks like a small cannonball with a round handle protruding out of the top. I’ve never seen the “kettlebell” before, have you? ……

Ever heard of using fat to loose weight? I read an article that talked about this very thing as a way to fight obesity. It’s about a new discovery scientists are finding that by re-programming body fat you can loose weight. ……

If any of you suffer from arthritis, like I do, and I believe you do because many, many people have arthritis; I have found a helpful piece of advice is to exercise. It’s no cure, but it sure can help subside the pain and I hear it even helps fight off the deterioration in our joints from this painful disease. ……

Here’s one last tip for helping the arthritis patient’s symptoms of pain. It’s a delicious addition to your diet. What can this be? Cherry juice. ……

Tabata’s 4 minute exercise routine has been called (and rightfully so) the world’s fastest and most effective 4 minutes of exercise. This video gives a basic understanding of the Tabata Protocol. Tabata will kick your butt for sure (if done with the proper intensity and effort – no slacking)!

Exercise can be beneficial to us in many more ways than we normally think, but too much can be harmful. We need to exercise smart with consideration for our age, weight and physical condition. As I mentioned in a previous article, no one is too young or too old to exercise. ……

Everyone, old and young alike, can benefit from increased daily exercise; And, just what is increased physical activity? ……

Exercise should be a standard part of preventive treatment for a number of health problems, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. ……