Her Active Life

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…

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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…

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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,…

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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…

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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

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I don’t exercise. If God wanted me to bend over, he’d have put diamonds on the floor. ~Joan Rivers

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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. …

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Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very far. ~Thomas Jefferson

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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 …

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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…

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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…

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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

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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…

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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…

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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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