Couch to 5k Week 4: Add a Dash!
Couch to 5k Week 4: Add a Dash! Here we are at the 4th week of your program! Hopefully you have been able to get off the couch and outside or on the treadmill for your walks, you are walking for a longer duration at least once a week, and you have been able to […]
Couch to 5k Week 3 : Leap Into Longer Walks
Happy Leap Year! Couch to 5k Week 3: Start the Long Walk Leap Year 2020 gives us one extra day in February to get more things into our lives, to our benefit ! We hope you are two weeks into your program and you have been able to get off the couch and LEAP outside or […]
Benefits of Working Out in the Cold
Outdoor exercise can be enjoyable any time of year! One of the big reasons people tend to avoid exercising outdoors during the winter months is because they are afraid of the cold weather. Don’t let the wintry conditions keep you from staying active this season; learn how to prepare! The best way to stay comfortable […]
Is Exercise Good for the Brain?
I am sure you are aware exercise is beneficial for your general health. It can increase energy levels, boost mood and promote weight loss. Regular physical activity is good for your muscles, bones, heart, and skin. But, did you know exercise is also good for your brain? It’s true! Exercise promotes healthy brain function and […]
Making your New Year Resolution
According to an article published by the University of Scranton in 2012, almost 45% of Americans make a New Year’s Resolution. The number one resolution people make is, you guessed it, losing weight! However, according to a US news article written by Toby Amidor in December 2013, did you know that of those resolution makers […]
