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There are two common ways to measure the individual Maximum Heart Rate, or MHR. One way is to estimate MHR in either an all out effort or with sub-max testing protocols. The second more erroneous way is to assess MHR
Everybody knows that if you want to prevent heart disease, you should exercise and eat a healthy diet, right? Well, that may not be true in every single case. While aerobic exercise can certainly lower blood pressure, reduce bad cholesterol
The economic impact of low back pain (LBP) is greater than $100 billion per year and causes more disability globally than any other condition. It is the most common cause of activity limitation in adults aged 45 and younger and
A new study published earlier this week in Clinical Interventions in Aging reported that older adults age 65+ that participated in the Geri-Fit top tier evidence-based health promotion program...
An article just came out last month in the NY Times on The Best Exercises for Healthy Bones. It was interesting to say the least. The writer suggested that hopping was the best exercise to build bone but gave
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that damages the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. Sclerosis means scarring; MS sufferers develop scar tissue in response to the nerve damage. Symptoms can include failure of muscle control, balance, vision,
With immunotherapy, doctors and researchers are tapping into the body’s natural healing powers and using them — with promising results — against the deadliest of cancers.
Seriously, what aren’t the benefits of fitness for the autism population? As human beings, we all need to move for optimal health and development. Last I checked (approximately four minutes ago), individuals with autism and related disorders were, in fact,
Inspired by the AmGen Tour of California, coming through Santa Cruz, I am thinking about the bone density of the world’s top cyclists. In the past 5 years, much has changed in the way we think about exercise and bone
Two and a half years ago my dad had a fluke accident in our home, at the age of 87 he fell and broke his leg. Well, my dad is an avid tennis player, gym enthusiast, has a Nordic Track
