Beat the Running Blahs
Posted February 24, 2009 at 10:00 AM by Katie Drummond
Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Training Programs, Her Health
Sometimes, it feels like nothing could be more rewarding than a long run in the fresh spring air. Your legs are weightless, the day is windless, and the minutes seem to fly by.
But what about those other days? You know, when you feel like you crawled out of bed to fall flat on the road, or your same old route feels blah and you can’t stop checking your watch. How do you to combat boredom in your running routine, keep things interesting, and sustain a challenging fitness lifestyle that leaves you wondering what’s next, instead of counting the seconds until you can hit the showers and grab a coffee?
The “It” List For Items That Benefit Breast Cancer Research
Posted October 17, 2008 at 12:02 AM by Hariz Siddiqui
Section: Her Health, Her News
Washington Woman Magazine has compiled a list of products that donate a portion of proceeds to breast cancer research.
Alcohol, Athletes & Pressure to Drink
Posted October 15, 2008 at 06:00 PM by Alexandra Haller
Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Sports Medicine, Her Health, Her Nutrition, Workout Fuel
The following article was submitted by sports nutritionist, Nancy Clark MS RD CSSD.
Ask any coach or college athletic director, and you’ll hear concern about alcohol and athletes. Rightfully so. Alcohol and athletics is a dangerous duo, associated with negative consequences including hangovers, nausea and vomiting, poor grades in school, fights, arguments, memory loss, driving under the influence, and trouble with the law—to say nothing of injuries. Yet, tailgating before football games, quenching thirst at the pub after a team workout, and celebrating victories with champaign is perceived as the norm.
College athletes are more likely to drink than non-athletes. Serious recreational runners drink more than their sedentary counterparts. Unfortunately, alcohol is a highly addictive substance and is the most abused drug in the United States, more so than steroids. Prolonged drinking can damage the liver, heart, and brain, and result in cirrhosis, pancreatitis, irregular heart beats, stroke, and malnutrition. More oral cancer is seen among those who are just moderate drinkers as compared to abstainers.
Ankle Sprains 101
Posted July 20, 2008 at 10:55 AM by Kathleen Blanchard
Section: Her Health, Injury & Rehab
Ankle sprains are common injuries. For most of us, they seem to occur at the most unlikely moments, like when we’re walking across the grass, or on uneven pavement. Outdoor activities increase the risk of developing sprains and strains, such as running in the sand, or mowing the lawn, but…
Tip for Today: Treating a Jellyfish Sting
Posted July 16, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today
With summer comes trips to the beach. Trips to the beach mean lots of sun and swimming…and sometimes jellyfish stings. How can you take the pain out of a sting if you…
Dr. Mirken: Caffeine and Hot Weather Exercise
Posted July 11, 2008 at 01:00 PM by Martha Jones
Section: Her Fitness
A study from Toledo, Spain shows that giving caffeine to dehydrated bicycle racers helps them ride faster, longer and with more power in hot weather (Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise,…
Tip for Today: How “resistant” is water-resistant suncreen?
Posted July 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today
Water resistant sunscreen protects your skin for 40 minutes of sun exposure. Waterproof sunscreen protects it for 80 minutes. If you are planning on spending all day at the beach or…
Quote of the day 7/11/08
Posted July 11, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day
Somewhere in the world someone is training when you are not. When you race him, he will win. Tom Fleming’s Boston Marathon Training Motto
Quote of the day 7/9/08
Posted July 9, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day
I don’t exercise. If God wanted me to bend over, he’d have put diamonds on the floor. ~Joan Rivers
Watching Your Weight at the Bar
Posted July 8, 2008 at 02:00 PM by Martinique Haller
Section: Her Nutrition, Weight Control
Drinking doesn’t have to do you in. Yes, many drinks have more calories than you bargain for, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a tight-lipped teetotaler or a dieting die-hard. …
Quote of the day 7/8/08
Posted July 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section: Her Motivation, Quotes of the Day
Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very far. ~Thomas Jefferson
Tip for Today: Beach Survival Kit
Posted July 7, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Motivation, tip for today
Are you planning a trip to the beach? Use this handy checklist to ensure you have everything you need for a day of fun in the sun. -Sunscreen …
“Prudent Diet” Reduces Risk of Death
Posted July 6, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Kathleen Blanchard
Section: Her Health, Her Nutrition
Adherence to a “prudent diet”, rich in whole grains, fruits, legumes, fish, vegetables and poultry has been found to reduce the risk of heart disease and overall mortality in women, according to…
Tip for Today: Do You Know Your Sun Facts?
Posted July 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM by Lindsay Hutton
Section: Her Health, Her Motivation, tip for today
Did you know children receive about 80% of their lifetime sun exposure by the time they are 18? So, it comes as no surprise that experts now believe that protecting your skin…
Quote of the day 7/5/08
Posted July 5, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Alexandra M. Haller
Section:
Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe. ~Gail Devers
Ask Shannon: Fitness and Nutrition Q & A
Posted July 4, 2008 at 02:00 PM by Shannon Clark
Section: Her Nutrition, Healthy Eating, Recipes
With years of training under her belt, resident fitness and nutrition expert Shannon Clark is ready to help you on your way to a healthy, informed lifestyle. Got a question? her your inquiries, and be sure to check back every week…
More Women Experience Problems Sleeping
Posted July 4, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Kathleen Blanchard
Section: Her Health
It’s no secret that women are the worst when it comes to ignoring fatigue. It’s estimated that over 80% of women experience insomnia because of premenstrual syndrome. Compared to men, twice as…
Title IX’s 36th Anniversary: Time to Celebrate, and To Keep on Working
Posted July 3, 2008 at 12:00 PM by Martinique Haller
Section: Her Fitness, Athletics, Her News
We’re a couple days past the actual anniversary date, but still close enough to observe that title IX is now thirty-six years old. In June of 1972, the Title IX Education Amendment…
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