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All my life, I’ve navigated through the world with a plus-size body. The remarks people have made about my body used to shock: comments about my round belly or the …
I Love Working Out with Bodies Like Mine Read More
A low-carb diet may have benefits for people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes even if they don’t lose any weight, a new study suggests. Researchers at The Ohio …
Low-carb diet may reduce diabetes risk independent of weight loss Read More
Adolescents who see themselves as puny and who exercise to gain weight may be at risk of so-called muscularity-oriented disordered eating behaviors, say researchers led by UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals. …
Skinny self-image, heavy workouts in adolescence are warning signs, study shows Read More
Childhood sports programs have grown significantly in recent years. Millions of boys and girls are now involved in Little League baseball, youth soccer, community basketball leagues, competitive swimming teams, and …
Choosing a Sports Program Read More
You’ve taken the plunge, donned a wetsuit, fitted some goggles and you start to come across other people indulging in this strange sport. Here’s a secret – they are not …
The 15 tribes of outdoor swimming Read More
Swimming is a sport in which there is a great diversity among participants. There are both recreational and competitive swimmers, ranging in age from preschool through college. Most swimming-related orthopedic injuries are related to …
Swimming Read More
Cheerleading is often thought of as a sport only for high school and college athletes. However, it is becoming more popular among younger athletes as well. Cheerleading shares many of …
Cheerleading Read More
By: Suanne Kowal-Connelly, MD, FAAP There appears to be increasing numbers of children who specialize in a single sport at an early age and train year-round for this sport. While …
Effects of Puberty on Sports Performance: What Parents Need to Know Read More
Sports participation can be a wonderful thing for a child. But that depends on the messages children get from adults and teammates about how they’re doing at whatever activity they …
Eyes on the Prize Read More
As we age, our bodies undergo various physiological changes that can impact our health and well-being. One of the most significant changes is the loss of muscle mass and strength, …
How and why resistance training is imperative for older adults Read More
it’s the start of 2019. I’ve discovered a brand-new fitness class I love. I’m going all the time and I’m killing it. My body is altering. Know the sensation? It’s …
If My Form Is So Good, How Come I’m Not Seeing Results? Read More
Your chance to be a DIVA! After having a few falls off of a bike when I was in my late teens, I decided that cycling probably wasn’t the sport …
Riding bikes for good causes Read More
