Mens Fitness magazine released its annual list of the fittest and fattest cities in the United States on Monday. Colorado Springs, Colorado, is the fittest, while Las Vegas is the fattest. Joining... View More
Nautilus Inc. had a $47.7 million net loss for fourth quarter 2007, compared to net income of $12.9 million, and the company will suspend production of its commercial version of the Treadclimber TC916... View More
A small new study gives the strongest evidence yet that obesity surgery can cure diabetes. Patients who had surgery to reduce the size of their stomachs were five times more likely to see their diabetes... View More
InventHelp announces that two of its clients, inventors from Joliet, Illinois, have designed an accessory that would provide dancers with an increased level of protection against common dance-related injuries.The... View More
Chromium, an essential trace mineral that works hand in glove with insulin, is a vital part of the bodys natural mechanism for maintaining healthy blood glucose levels already in the normal range. Unfortunately,... View More
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) a vitamin-like compound naturally produced by the body is best known for its potent antioxidant action. However, its key role in converting glucose into energy has made researchers... View More
Did you know that your waistline is a good predictor of your blood sugar health? Recent research indicates central adiposity is closely linked with blood sugar control. That is, individuals with... View More
Cinnamon, a staple in most kitchen cabinets, is considered one of Americas favorite spices. Its fragrant smell brings to mind grandmas apple pie, oatmeal cookies and warm cinnamon toast, which wouldnt... View More
This May, as health clubs across the country open their doors for free and become the Gateway to Healthy Living during the fifth annual Get Active America! month, the US Department of Health and Human... View More
Robyn Naymick-White has been drawn to physical activity for as long as she can remember. "I was a competitive skater, played softball, ran track and danced in the local ballet company," she says.... View More
What is Core Movement?The visible motion we see is the result of voluntary movement of superficial muscles. The beauty of that movement relies on complex patterns deep within the CNS (central nervous system).... View More
NUTRI-GUIDE is a fully effective, omnipotent and all-powerful nutrition dictionary that, just as your private nutritionist does, helps you to be healthful and eat a well-balanced diet every day. With balanced... View More
Finding quality employees is a major concern across all sectors of business. In 1999, futurists predicted that a labor force shortage would become a crisis in the US by 2010. We are only in 2008,... View More
Human beings are social creatures, and many of us require motivation from others before embarking on a successful weight loss regimen or a fitness contest — it is extremely easy to give in or give... View More
Fitness trade journals report a 50% growth in Pilates from 1999. Both consumers and trainers have been educated by fitness journals, magazines and the standard media hype. Pilates has been touted as the... View More
If losing weight were easy, two out of three Americans would not be overweight, and one out of three would not be obese. The only thing more difficult than losing weight, though, is not regaining some... View More
Most fitness professionals not only want to grow but also excel in their chosen fitness field and be recognized for their accomplishments. Being provided with opportunities to develop both professionally... View More
Let's imagine you begin your first day at a new health club, and you're the personal trainer hired to do the "intake" interviews with all new members. "Hello," you appropriately begin with your first appointment.... View More
Scientists found 70-year-olds who take regular exercise, eat well, and do not smoke greatly increase their chance of living until 90. The researchers estimate that longevity is at most 30% due to... View More
In a survey of 200 English general practitioners, the Mental Health Foundation found 22% suggest exercise to help people with milder forms of the condition. This compares with just five percent in a similar... View More
