How to rake in some fitness (The State)

As I was walking the dog this weekend, I watched as the last of the leaves came down to blanket the lawns. Raking leaves can be a great workout, but if not done correctly, it can leave you with an aching back, shoulders and wrists. Raking is considered a moderate aerobic physical activity requiring twisting, bending, reaching and lifting. Muscles in your arms, shoulders, chest, legs and back are ...

Fitness calendar (Asheville Citizen-Times)

Submit entries at least two weeks in advance to Fitness Calendar, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802, e-mail to melmoore@CITIZEN-TIMES.com or fax to 251-0585.

Hot 'n Healthy: One-legged pigeon pose (Savannah Morning News)

You are losing weight and eating healthier. You are lifting weights and participating in an aerobic activity several days a week. But maybe something is not quite right. Maybe your muscles are tight and your joints hurt. VIDEO: Watch a demonstration video of this exercise here . Many people forget that a balanced fitness routine consists of three elements; cardiovascular ...

Regis College gets grant to help fight childhood obesity (The Weston Town Crier)

The New Balance Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to Regis College School of Nursing and Health Professions to establish a program at Mount Saint Joseph Academy (MSJA) in Brighton, a Catholic high school for young women, to fight childhood obesity.

CFMC discusses importance of (Cy-Fair Sun)

Just because you’re getting older doesn’t mean that it’s too late to get in shape. In fact, research shows that older people who have never exercised can still benefit from physical conditioning.