Imagine dodging death. Slashing your risk of dying by 45 percent. And all it takes is one small change. It’s not a pill. Or surgery. And it doesn’t even require you to give up something you love like juicy burgers or an occasional cigar with your friends In fact, this one small change won’t ... Read More ›
Exercise & Fitness
Exercise & Fitness
With Craig Ballantyne
UPDATED:March 27, 2019
UPDATED:March 7, 2019
Beat hypertension with ancient “fit & flex” moves
It’s frustrating. You’re eating healthier. Taking supplements to fill in any gaps. And you’re even making an effort to move more. But those numbers on the blood pressure cuff REFUSE to budge. Your doctor is insisting it’s time to turn to drugs. But, you don’t want to battle the potential side ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 25, 2019
Get fit and feel FANTASTIC with this “no exercise” plan
As crazy as it sounds, one of the best “exercise plans” for getting fit and feeling fantastic doesn’t even involve any exercise at all. Well, not traditional exercise anyway. You may have heard of interval training and wondered what it is. Or perhaps you’ve read about it before and thought, ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 1, 2019
Down in the dumps? Blow away the blues with THIS move
It’s that time of year. The winter doldrums are setting in. Much of the country has been battling frigid temperatures, ice, and snow this season. And even if you live in a more temperate part of the U.S. January and February can still be a real drag. The experts call it Seasonal Affective ... Read More ›
UPDATED:December 31, 2018
The simple move which could SAVE your life
There’s no use denying it any longer. If you live in the Northern hemisphere, winter is here. It snuck up on us during the mad dash leading up to Christmas. For many of us, that means for the next few months every time we step out of our door we’re likely to be stepping onto a layer of snow and ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 3, 2018
6 simple yoga positions ease aches, pains & more
You’ve probably heard yoga is good for helping to ease aches and pains. And that it’s good for improving balance. There’s even evidence it can help us with heart health, brain health, diabetes, depression and more. But getting started can be intimidating. You’re not as young as you used to be, ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 12, 2018
Simple walking trick slashes risk of early death 24%
There are few things as invigorating as taking a turn around the block after dinner. Or as refreshing as spending a lazy Sunday afternoon strolling through the park with your sweetheart. It just feels good to be outside and moving. But what if I told you making one small tweak to your regular ... Read More ›
UPDATED:May 30, 2018
Weird chewing gum trick boosts workout results [burn MORE calories!]
Occasionally a study comes along that’s just so strange I HAVE to share it with you. And this new one, conducted at Tokyo’s Waseda University, qualifies. You know the old insult about not being able to walk and chew gum at the same time? Well it turns out if you’re one of those folks who CAN ... Read More ›
UPDATED:May 23, 2018
Prevent falls with 4 moves for better balance
I don’t know about you, but my roller skating days are nothing but a distant memory now. And I could swear some days my feet are conspiring against me. My balance just isn’t what it used to be when I was a kid. If that sounds at all familiar, perhaps you’re like me, and found your balance ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 19, 2018
6 stay safe tips to ease back into exercise this spring
For some of us it sure doesn’t seem much like spring yet. Cold temperatures and even snow in some states is putting a damper on the season. But trust me spring really has arrived. The promise of warmer weather and longer days is right around the corner. Which means it’s time to think about ... Read More ›
