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Obesity Epidemic Expanding

August 8th, 2011

Federal health officials set a goal for 2010. They wanted to see no more than 15 percent of each state’s population qualify as obese. None of the states made it. In fact, the prevalence of obesity has grown throughout America, according to data analyzed by officials for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Obesity […]READ MORE

Study: Kids Eat Hidden Vegetables

August 8th, 2011

My brother and I had a dinnertime deal when we were kids. I would eat all the mushrooms hiding in his salad if he would eat all the cherry tomatoes sitting in mine. My parents were lucky. They didn’t have to come up with special recipes to ensure we ate our vegetables. We ate plenty […]READ MORE

Get a Summer of Sessions!

August 8th, 2011

Summer shouldn’t just be for the kids! Make this summer YOUR summer and let Bon Secours In Motion Sports Performance help you feel better about the shape you are in. Our certified athletic trainers and strength and conditioning coaches will tailor a plan specifically for you. They’ll keep you motivated to achieve your personal fitness […]READ MORE

The Deception of Clothing Sizes

August 8th, 2011

When you think about weight loss, do you think about fitting into a specific size of clothing? To you, that size might represent a healthy weight. Maybe it’s the size you wore when you got married – or the size you were in high school. But what if you stopped looking at tags? According to Dr. […]READ MORE

Step Away from Chronic Diseases

August 8rd, 2011

After working in an office all day, it feels great to hit the gym and get your body moving. You might exercise regularly every week. But did you know you’re still at greater risk for chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity and fatty liver disease? A recent study from the University of Missouri found that “negative […]READ MORE

Take Steps Toward Better Health

August 8rd, 2011

After working in an office all day, it feels great to hit the gym and get your body moving. You might exercise regularly every week. But did you know you’re still at greater risk for chronic diseases like diabetes, obesity and fatty liver disease? A recent study from the University of Missouri found that “negative physiological changes […]READ MORE

How to Get (and Stay) Energized!

August 8st, 2011

You may be worried about having enough energy to exercise. These tips can help. If you’re worried about not having enough energy to exercise it’s important to remember that exercise can actually give you more energy. After they start to be more active, most people feel more energetic throughout the day. Step 1: Eat a […]READ MORE

Study: Exercise Keeps Brain in Shape

July 7th, 2011

Most people start exercising because they want to lose weight. Here’s another reason to turn off the TV and head out for a jog: aerobic exercise and strength training can help you keep your brain in shape, too. After reviewing more than 100 studies, researchers found that working out can help improve memory, attention and the ability […]READ MORE

Study: Exercise Strengthens Your Brain

July 7th, 2011

Most people start exercising because they want to lose weight. Here’s another reason to turn off the TV and head out for a jog: aerobic exercise and strength training can help you keep your brain in shape, too. After reviewing more than 100 studies, researchers found that working out can help improve memory, attention and […]READ MORE

Body Image Helps Weight Loss

July 7th, 2011

If you’re on a weight-loss journey, chances are someone has told you at some point that you should feel good about yourself no matter what size you wear. Here’s another reason to improve your body image: it may help you lose weight. Researchers from the Technical University of Lisbon and Bangor University found that obese […]READ MORE