Learning and exercising at YMCA can prevent diabetes

Community-based exercise organizations, such as the YMCA, are an effective tool in the fight against diabetes, according to a study by Indiana University School of Medicine researchers in the October 2008 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.

Health Balance scale Makes In-Depth Analysis Of Your Fitness

The Overall Balance scale from Japan’s National Electric takes fitness feedback much more seriously than any others. It gives you a combination of measurements including weight, BMI, the amount of fat under your skin, organ fat, how muscular you are, and your metabolic rate etc.

Train Like An Olympian

If the Olympic frenzy has inspired you to start a new fitness routine, specialists offer several tips.

Exercise In Mid-Life Women Improves Well-Being

Mid-life working women are more committed and more likely to plan exercise into their daily lives if they know it will make them feel better immediately.

Avoid Injury With AliMed Slow Deflate Exerball

AliMed introduces a safer exercise ball. Traditional exercise balls explosively deflate if punctured. The puncture rips open and the air rushes out at once.

Underwater Treadmill: Effective Or Contagious?

An underwater treadmill, such as this one developed by Hydro Physio, could be more effective to slash fat, but some hygiene issues need your consideration.

Fast track to a healthier lifestyle

Get on the fast track to a healthier lifestyle with these new gadgets.

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MatchMaster Game Combines Fun With Fitness

MatchMaster, associated with The David Beckham Academy, is the latest interactive soccer game that combines fun with fitness.

Technological Interventions Merge Into Health And Fitness

ACSM's Exercise is Medicine program encourages all physicians and healthcare professionals to examine patients' physical activity programs at every visit.

Illinois Governor Promotes Exercise And Healthier Lifestyles

Illinois Governor urged Illinois workers to choose a healthier diet, physical activity, and becoming a role model of good health habits for their children.

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