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STAGES FOR ADOPTING HEALTHY BEHAVIOR– 3, 4, 5
Stage 3: Preparation. These folks are primed and motivated. They are ready to give exercise a try. T...
STAGES FOR ADOPTING HEALTHY BEHAVIOR– 1, 2
The decision to adopt a healthier behavior — whether it’s more exercise, weight loss, or...
MOTIVATING CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
Overweight among children and adolescents has now become an epidemic in the United States. Children ...
Motivation, or a Lack Thereof, Is One Reason Many People Stop Exercising
Here are some tips for avoiding burnout: Think of exercise as a menu rather than a prescription. Cho...
EXERCISE TIPS FOR OLDER PEOPLE
Studies continue to show that it is never too late to start exercising. Elderly adults who exercise ...
FLEXIBILITY TRAINING (STRETCHING)
Flexibility training uses stretching exercises. Many stretching exercises are particularly beneficia...
Strength-Training Regimens
Strength training involves intense and short-duration activities. For beginners, adding 10 – 2...
STRENGTH OR RESISTANCE TRAINING
While aerobic exercise increases endurance and helps the heart, it does not build upper body strengt...
4 Ways to Plan a Healthy Lifestyle for Your Family
Are your kids always running around? Now is the time to take advantage of their energy and talk wit...
A Few Observations on Specific Equipment
Shoes. All that’s really necessary for a workout is a good pair of shoes that are made well an...