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Roger Button is the first ordained chaplain to serve a single branch of the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette. The regional Y is reminding people who think of it as a good place to work out or find dependable childcare that the C in Young Men's Christian Association still means Christian values inspired by Jesus' life -- but broadly applied across denominational lines.
Don't avoid exercising because you're short on time. Even quick workouts can benefit your health.
RICK MOTTER remembers the first twinge.
Dec. 29 Blood drive: 1:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 29, Plainfield Fire administration building, 15025 S. DesPlaines St. in downtown Plainfield. Sponsored by Plainfield Fire District. Donate blood between Dec. 21 and Jan. 6 and you could win an item of your choice; one winner drawn daily. To reserve a donation time, call 815-436-5335, ext. 1935, or visit www.heartlandbc.org[[[SHIFTIN ...
This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Eating disorders are illnesses with symptoms of compulsive eating habits often related to weight management or emotion control. More than 24 million Americans suffer from eating disorders -- the majority are between ages 18 to 25.
The owner of Curves in Berkeley has gained national recognition from her peers for the hard work she has put into her business to keep women fit.
NASHVILLE, Tenn.----Healthways, Inc. and Physicians Health Choice today announced an agreement to provide the Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness Program, the nation’s leading exercise program for older adults, to eligible Physicians Health Choice plan members in Texas, Florida, New Mexico and Arkansas beginning in January 2010.
Christian McCarthy has a vision for Katonah-Lewisboro’s athletics and physical education programs.
Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at Parkway Elementary School, a group of fourth-, fifth- and sixth-graders pack the gym for an early morning workout before class. They jump rope, do chin-ups, climb peg boards and swing hula hoops to keep fit.
DECATUR - In winter, the temptation for youngsters to let theirphysical activity lapse can be strong. After all, it's warm andcozy inside, and that's where the video games are. And many parentshave a veritable all-you-can-drink policy regarding hot cocoa.
Are physical ed classes needed in college? Or do they simply justify an on-campus fitness center?
Did you know the average person gains approximately 7 pounds between Thanksgiving and the New Year? That is a whopping 24,500 extra calories consumed or not burned by regular activity and exercise.
The Ohio Wesleyan softball coaches and players will hold a defense and baserunning clinic on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for girls grades 5-12. Registration is limited to 50 participants per clinic. For more information or to register, call coach Cassie Cunningham at (740) 368-3737 or visit bishops.owu.edu.
Need a piece of exercise equipment that will increase your endurance and help you have more fun while working out? Look no further than a CD or MP3 player. Experts say music can get you to move longer, sweat more and have a better time doing it. -- read more
Like the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, he has stage 4 glioblastoma.
MIAMI-DADE Almost Broadway: Dance for fitness. Easy and low-impact dance routines from Broadway shows. Get exercise, have fun and make new friends. Donations support St. Philip's Music Ministries; 3-3:45 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 1142 Andalucia Ave., Coral Gables; call for price. 305-444-6176 or www.saintphilips.ws.
