- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Real Stretch
By Craig CoxEveryone who knows anything about fitness tells me that I need to do three things regularly to stay in shape: cardio, strength training and stretching.
Month: September 2008
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Muscle Repair Shop
By Craig CoxIt's primary election day today, so I'm skipping the gym to go exercise my political franchise.
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: Exercise Church
By Craig CoxBicycling on the Ford Bridge this glorious morning, I spotted a lone rower (sculler?) resting on the perfectly calm river below. It was a perfect Zen moment: a man balancing exquisitely in his knife-thin craft, oars extended, a water bug on the wide expanse of the Mississippi. . . . I didn’t do any rowing... Read more »
- Pumping Irony -
PUMPING IRONY: A Plan?
By Craig CoxNo intervals on Tuesday’s stationary bike ride (you really have to be in a certain mood), but I did a little over 5 miles in about 20 minutes — average heart rate of 110 — so I wasn’t slacking. And I upped the poundage slightly over on the resistance machinery during my 25-minute lifting session.... Read more »
- Beauty -
Bumping Up Against Skin Problems
By Karen AspFrom athlete’s foot to eczema, unwanted skin conditions can throw you off your game. Here’s the scoop on how to deal with some of the most maddening maladies.
- video -
Get Active With Gabby Reece (Video)
By Experience Life StaffPro volleyball legend Gabrielle Reece discusses how the people you surround yourself with can influence healthy lifestyle choices and encourages individuals to join classes or groups to connect with others with similar interests and goals.
Why Work Sucks and How to Fix It
By Experience Life Community ManagerBy Cali Ressler and Jody Thompson (Portfolio, 2008)
- Perspective by Bahram Akradi -
Circles of Influence
By Bahram AkradiEach of us is first and foremost a citizen of the earth. And so on some level, our deepest responsibility (and privilege) lies in making ourselves of service—even in some small way—within this realm.
- Personal Development -
Some Kinds of Help
By Pilar GerasimoOK, I realize I’m dating myself here, but I’m hoping that at least some of you will join me in remembering that cult classic kids’ album Free to Be...You and Me . Masterminded by Marlo Thomas and Friends, and accompanied by a singalong book, it was played endlessly (to some parents’ chagrin) by a whole generation of kids in the ’70s, and as a result, it permeated our collective memory.
- Gut Health -
Functional Wellness, Part 3: Digestive Health
By Mark Hyman, MDA well-functioning digestive system is the cornerstone of good health. Find out how the gut works, what makes it vulnerable — and what you can do to keep your own digestive tract in tiptop shape.
- Nutrition -
The Clever Cook
By Dara Moskowitz GrumdahlCookbook author Robin Miller shares her tips and tricks for preparing wholesome, delicious meals that leave plenty of time for goofing around and hanging out.
Go, Team!
By Kara Douglass ThomParticipating in an athletic event as a family—from a fun-run 5K to a full-on Olympic triathlon—can improve your fitness, and your bond with each other.
The Need for Speed
By Bob CondorKids have the right idea: They love racing and chasing and seeing just how fast they can go. Here’s why adults should pick up the pace, too.
The Young and Not-So-Restless: Assessing Your Kid’s Activity Level
By Elizabeth LarsenThey run, they jump, they play, they compete. That’s great. But how well do their real-life activities measure up to recommendations?
- Success Stories -
In This Together
By Erin PetersonA health scare convinced Brad and Ivette Heutmaker to change their eating and exercise habits. Now, even their daughter is reaping the rewards of their healthier choices.
- Family/Friends -
Smart Play: Gabrielle Reece
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCVolleyball legend Gabrielle Reece blends fitness, family, fun - and an abiding mission: helping others embrace a healthier way of life.
- Family/Friends -
Time for Health: How to Schedule (or Unschedule) Your Family Well
By John de GraafA too-busy reality can run you and your loved ones ragged — and do real damage to your family’s happiness in the process. Here’s how to make time for the healthy priorities that really matter.
- Family/Friends -
Teen Spirit
By Joseph HartWhen we set aside the stereotypes we have about raising teenagers, we can better approach the real challenges that arise - and rediscover the joy in our relationships with our children.
- Stress Relief -
“You” Time
By Jon SpaydeLack of solitude can lead to increased stress and undermined health. Here’s how to find some quality time—with yourself.
- Nutrition -
Tomatoes
By Cary NeffDelight your senses—and nourish your body—with these succulent, vine-ripened treats.