12 For '12 public event on sugar addiction
A free event outlining sugar addiction, obesity and health issues will begin at 6 p.m. July 16 at the Noel Fine Arts Center, Room 221, at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
View ArticleAdd some fun to summer workouts
Taking your music on bike rides gives you the extra kick you need to climb hills and endure long flats. Soundmatters' 5.6-inch, superlight (9.5 oz.) Bluetooth system fits on handlebars. The lithium...
View ArticleWoman credits fitness club manager for saving life
WESTON - Shirley Iczkowski just attended the wedding of a woman who changed her life. At least, that is how Shirley sees it.
View ArticleLoser teams score victories in weight battle
Three 12 For '12 Loser teams representing Wausau are making gains, shedding pounds toward their team goals.
View ArticleDiet key to healthy heart
A family history of cardiac problems might be difficult to control, but by increasing activity and eating more healthy foods, many people can improve their health.
View ArticleHealthy heart habits and tips
High levels of HDL, or good cholesterol, can help lower your risk of having a heart attack. HDL helps remove LDL, or bad cholesterol, from your bloodstream. Know your numbers: for men, HDL levels...
View ArticleFootwear tips: Put your best foot forward
» Fit should be snug on top. » Allow thumbs-width from end of the toe to the front of shoe.
View ArticleGo the extra mile when helping your heart
It might come as a surprise to some of my colleagues, but I really do have a heart. I know because I saw it.
View Article2 ways to care for your heart
24 percent of adult Americans live sedentary lifestyles. Even minor exercise such as walking, yard work and dancing can make a difference.
View ArticleLearn your target heart rate
To find your personal maximum target heart rate, subtract your age from 220, and multiply that number by 0.8. For example, if you are 45 years old, 220 - 45 = 175. Then, 175 x 0.8 = 140, so your...
View ArticleCardio exercise tips
»Start small, and raise the bar over time. Your goal should be to eventually exercise most days of the week for 30-60 minutes. »Get your blood moving to the point where you feel warm.
View Article6 Steps on path to changing your lifestyle
Six stages an individual must successfully go through to achieve a lasting lifestyle change:
View ArticleLack of sleep takes its toll, but good routine helps
I am tired as I write this. But I guess that's OK because you probably are tired as you read this. Many of us, studies show, are sleep-deprived. I recently saw some numbers that indicated the lack of...
View ArticleImprove sleep for energy, weight loss
Those with problems sleeping often are stuck in a vicious cycle that can sabotage their weight-loss efforts.
View ArticleLoser teams make time for fitness
The more competitors in a 12 For '12 weight loss competition make time for exercise, the more they make better food choices and see other health benefits.
View ArticleGood sleep can help diet
You know that getting good, restorative sleep is important to your mood and productivity, but did you know it can also keep you from getting fat? Research shows that a lack of sleep could lead you to...
View ArticleDo I need 8 hours?
The sleep one needs is really genetically predetermined. Let yourself wake up naturally, with no alarms, for several days.
View ArticleFrom brain to mouth: The psychology of obesity
Reasons for obesity go beyond willpower to genes, culture and cognitive overload. Everyone knows that people put on weight because they consume more calories than they burn.
View ArticleCancer overtakes heart disease among US Hispanics
NEW YORK - Cancer has overtaken heart disease as the No. 1 killer among Hispanics in the U.S., and the rest of the country may be only a few years behind. The change is not exactly cause for alarm.
View ArticleHealthy eating on the run: A month of tips
You probably eat out a lot - most Americans do. People are looking for fast, easy and good-tasting foods to fit a busy lifestyle. Whether it's carry-out, food court, office cafeteria or sit-down...
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