Current Project-News Peg Story

I am currently working on a new story!!! It should be really interesting and informational. As many of you know, obesity is a rising problem in the United States. Its an ongoing problem as a result of unhealthy eating and lack of exercise. My main focus is fitness. What are people who aren't involved in athletics doing for exercise? How much exercise is needed per day to stay fit? What are some ways we can motivate individuals to exercise more? What are the health benefits when you are active? Are there certain guidelines you should follow to avoid injuring yourself while exercising? What are the risks of exercising too much? We see infomericals for exercise equipment all the time, what are the most beneficial and least benefical equipment tools? I plan on finding out what Coe students who aren't involved in sports do to stay fit, as well as talk with a fitness trainer and obtain some great information and tips for everyone!

I've already ready stories on a "baby gym," where parents are sending their kids for sports training. Another story that is circulating involves a vibrating platform you stand on and then supposedly, are able to lift more weight and run faster immediately after. A professor at the University of Louisville talks about how a health incident scared her into exercising and now, she has never felt better. According to the American Heart Association, they recommend 150 minutes of moderately intense physical activity and 75 minutes of vigorous traing or resistance training twice a week. And don't forget to stretch! The medicine ball. I'm sure many of you have seen the medicine ball, and it is a great workout accessory. There are many utilizations for the medicine ball and it's fairly inexpensive!

Tip of the day: Run less, Lose more. The way to do this? Interval training. Doing short bursts of speed helps you lose weight faster!

I have a lot more information to share, so be sure to keep coming back for helpful hints to stay fit!

AJS