Diets in Review
One of the most irritating issues of running can be what happens when those clothes swish back and forth for hours on end. Of course, I’m talking about chafing. A painful and irritating side effect that many runners deal with. … Continue reading
Barefoot running is no longer considered strange science. Just last week I passed a barefoot runner and instantly pointed out to my husband how exciting it is to see a running purist. It was as if I’d seen a lemur … Continue reading
It’s been a hot summer and those of us who have been training for a fall race have had our fair share of struggles. Even the most seasoned runners have had to take extra water breaks, adjust our paces, and … Continue reading
Most of us are familiar with the benefits of having a wellness center at the workplace. While some of these centers offer treadmills, free weights and a scattering of fitness mats for stretching or core work, others provide classes for … Continue reading
On the September 10 premiere episode of The Doctors, girlfriends reveal their guys’ harmful habits and ask for help. The Doctors get these couples set on the right track for health through simple but lasting solutions. Sedentary lifestyles, a problem … Continue reading
On the first show of Ellen Degeneres’ new season, the talk star meets with the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team. She speaks with Gabby Douglas, McKayla Maroney, and Kyla Ross about what it was like to win big at the Summer … Continue reading
By Chrissa Hardy Do you find traditional yoga intimidating? Are the Sanskrit names of poses and the chanting keeping you away from your local studio? Or, maybe the whole “just you and your mat” thing is getting stale. If you’re … Continue reading
Have you ever tried to motivate those around to get active and received a less-than-desirable response? This happens to me all the time, but that doesn’t mean I’ve stopped trying; I’ve just changed my approach. When you’re passionate about health, … Continue reading
Does a sports organization have the right to tell a player she’s too fat to play in a tournament? That’s the question surrounding Taylor Townsend, a 16-year-old tennis player in the U.S. Open juniors tournament. Townsend is a sensational player, … Continue reading
It’s the first Friday and the first weekend of September, which means it is time for some healthy news! This week’s HealthBuzz consist of hot headlines from DIR and our partner sites, like HelloGiggles, FitBottomedGirls, Bob Greene’s Best Life, and … Continue reading
September is National Yoga Month and we’re celebrating by rolling out our mats and brushing up on our poses along with millions of other yogis around the globe. As the practice of yoga continues to grow in popularity worldwide, most … Continue reading