Exercise

2023-11-27 14:14:39
by Jesse Zucker
Staying Hydrated Is Key to Good Health and Fitness

WASHINGTON — You may not be thinking about it during these cooler days, but, even when it’s cold outside, drinking... Read More

WASHINGTON — You may not be thinking about it during these cooler days, but, even when it’s cold outside, drinking water is crucial to your health. You have probably heard that you should drink eight glasses of water a day.... Read More

2023-11-22 16:35:00
by Jesse Zucker
Long Travel Day? Stretch and Move to Feel Better

WASHINGTON —The holiday season can be a joyous time to spend with family and friends but it often involves long... Read More

WASHINGTON —The holiday season can be a joyous time to spend with family and friends but it often involves long travel days to make it all happen. Sitting for hours in the car or on a plane can cause back... Read More

2023-11-20 14:42:46
by Jesse Zucker
The History of the Turkey Trot and How to Participate

WASHINGTON — Have you ever been out for a walk on Thanksgiving Day and seen a crowd of people running... Read More

WASHINGTON — Have you ever been out for a walk on Thanksgiving Day and seen a crowd of people running in turkey costumes? You weren’t hallucinating — you saw The Turkey Trot. The costumes are a newer addition, but the... Read More

2023-11-14 13:54:12
by Jesse Zucker
Tips for Maintaining Bone and Muscle Strength Throughout Your Life

WASHINGTON — As you age, you may find you have more aches and pains. You may struggle with something as... Read More

WASHINGTON — As you age, you may find you have more aches and pains. You may struggle with something as simple as squatting down to pick something up. Humans naturally lose muscle, strength and bone density as they get older.... Read More

2023-11-07 21:15:52
by Jesse Zucker
Exercise and Nutrition Tips for Seasonal Affective Disorder

WASHINGTON — Welcome to November. We’re well into autumn and it’s time to “fall back” — daylight saving time has... Read More

WASHINGTON — Welcome to November. We’re well into autumn and it’s time to “fall back” — daylight saving time has ended, there’s plenty of beauty to see and holidays to look forward to. But as the weather gets colder and... Read More

2023-11-01 17:18:29
by Jesse Zucker
Active Commuting Is Good for You and the Environment

WASHINGTON — Your to-do list starts the minute you wake up in the morning. Shower, coffee, breakfast, take kids to... Read More

WASHINGTON — Your to-do list starts the minute you wake up in the morning. Shower, coffee, breakfast, take kids to school and head to work. Maybe you’d like to go to the gym before you start your day, but you... Read More

2023-10-26 16:13:09
by Jesse Zucker
Six Quick and Healthy Ways to Increase Energy

WASHINGTON — We’re all familiar with the mid-afternoon slump. Time drags, your eyelids droop, you lose focus and your remaining... Read More

WASHINGTON — We’re all familiar with the mid-afternoon slump. Time drags, your eyelids droop, you lose focus and your remaining energy dwindles. While reaching for another cup of coffee to power through the rest of your workday is understandable, it... Read More

2023-10-24 15:09:41
by Jesse Zucker
Stuck at Your Desk? Here Are Some Easy Exercises to Help You Stay Healthy

WASHINGTON — In ancient times, humans spent their days constantly on the move. They had great mobility and could walk,... Read More

WASHINGTON — In ancient times, humans spent their days constantly on the move. They had great mobility and could walk, run, climb and squat with ease. Nowadays, we spend much of our time sitting, hunched over our computers. Even if... Read More

2023-10-19 13:45:19
by Jesse Zucker
Tips on How to Prevent Injuries When Jogging

WASHINGTON — Picture this: you’re out on a jog enjoying a lovely autumn day when you suddenly feel a twinge... Read More

WASHINGTON — Picture this: you’re out on a jog enjoying a lovely autumn day when you suddenly feel a twinge in your knee. You ignore it and decide to push through. Later, you’re in pain and regretting it. Eventually, you... Read More

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