Heart Disease in Women
Heart Disease: Not Just a Men’s Issue Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in five female deaths in 2020 was attributed to …
The Stages of Heart Failure
The Stages of Heart Failure Heart failure is something that strikes fear in adults, but this American Heart Month, we are working to bring awareness and understanding of just what heart failure is and how you can reduce risk as well as learn to live …
Creative Ways to Stay Active
Creative Ways to Stay Active During the Holidays We have entered the season of peppermint mochas, Christmas desserts, and long to-do lists. If the thought of holiday baking and never-ending lines at the stores has you crossing fitness off your list, you are not alone. …
Cutting Out Processed Sugar
What happens when you cut out processed sugar? Do you have a sweet tooth? Maybe you enjoy a dessert here and there after a meal or when celebrating with friends. We tend to assume that processed sugar is easily avoided, as long as we don’t …
5 Hispanic Foods to Add to your Diet
5 Hispanic Foods to Add to your Diet Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 through October 15! The dates chosen to celebrate Hispanic heritage are significant because they commemorate the anniversary of the independence of several Latin American Countries. Hispanic heritage encompasses many …
Youth Sports Week
Celebrate Youth Sports Week July 20-26 is named Youth Sports Week. It is dedicated to bringing awareness to fitness for children. Additionally, it promotes the importance of youth sports and encourages local municipalities to continue their youth sports programs. Let’s celebrate Youth Sports Week by …
Fit Fitness In
Fit Fitness In Physical fitness is the ability of your body’s systems to work together in tandem toward the goal of efficiency and performance. When we think about being fit, we often think of bodybuilders or people who spend hours at the gym as part …
