One of the major marathons on the world circuit, the Chicago (Bank of America) Marathon took place on October 12, producing expected inspiration from its top finishers.
Not all of the top ten runners to finish were shoe-ins, though. The stand out’s state of mind, along with the top American racers’, teaches us about going the distance.
We spend much of the year looking forward to summer, or looking back on it with fondness. We love the warmth of the sun and the freshness of a soft summer rain.
But before long, summer weather has a habit of wearing on us. Sunny days turn to unbearable heat, and stormy weekends spoil our plans. Here’s how to deal with it all!
It’s no secret that exercise and healthy eating can have a big impact on the way you look and feel – but there are more to the benefits of a fit lifestyle than your physique and energy levels.
Fitness and diet are contributing factors in the prevention of diseases that pose the biggest risk factors, including cancer, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes.
Because the body isn’t perfectly symmetrical, we all have strength imbalances to some extent. Strong and weak sides are natural, while injuries and habits can accentuate them even more.
You have a dominant leg and arm, and you might have certain muscles that simply respond better. Here are some tips for bringing up your smaller side or your weaker muscle groups.
The jack-o-lanterns are carved and now you face a choice: deal with the pile of gooey mess or dump the guts and move on? NO-don’t dump those pumpkin seeds!
Pumpkin is great for you, but nutritionally, the seeds inside are a special treat. Try these tricks to get all the flavor and health out of your pumpkin, any time of year.
February is American Heart Month, the perfect time to give yourself some “TLC” and take your cardiovascular health to heart. One simple step? Follow a heart healthy diet.
Changing your eating style is one the simplest ways to reduce your risks of serious disease and disability—and with our tips plus a special recipe, you can do it deliciously!
