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Sub-Topics Family Also Try Physical Education Lists Fitness Links (Global Health and Fitness - Tackett) Includes fitness, health, personal trainers, weight management, nutrition, bodybuilding and more. 8-00 Fitness Resources (Fitness Partner Connection) Provides links and articles by subject. Also allows searches by keywords. Fitness Resources (applesforhealth) Provides sources of information on fitness. 12-01 Materials Assess Your Real Age (RealAge.com) Provides a questionnaire to assess your real age (wear and tear). Provides a planner to improve your health and fitness given your answers to the assessment. 7-04 Fitness Calculators (Self.com) Use these calculators to find the bottom line. News -01-01-07 Seniors Need to Work Out (US News) Harris, though, is the exception to the rule. Despite the age-defying benefits of getting fit, seniors are the least physically active of all Americans—40 percent of women and 30 percent of men over 70 report that they never exercise. Beyond protection against heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers, numerous studies suggest that regular exercise can lower the risk of decline—the dementia, the frailty—that spells the end of independence. Brisk walks around the neighborhood make a great start. But more is needed to prevent falls and retain strength and mobility. In August, the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association issued new exercise guidelines for seniors that call for several workouts a week incorporating resistance training, stretching, and balancing as well as aerobics. 10-07 -01-16-06 Regular Exercise Can Reduce Risk of Dementia (MSNBC News) "Older people who exercise three or more times a week are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia, according to a study that adds to the evidence that staying active can help keep the mind sharp." "Researchers found that healthy people who reported exercising regularly had a 30 to 40 percent lower risk of dementia." 12-05 -04-09-08 Diets that Have Always Promoted Health (US News) "The focus is on finding the overall combination of foods that are associated with better health, without necessarily pinpointing individual elements of the diet that are responsible. That may involve studying how people in different areas of the world eat or, here at home, using statistics to study which foods the healthiest among us consume. 'You find out who's healthy, then ask what they're eating and how much they exercise,' says K. Dun Gifford, founder and president of Oldways Preservation Trust, the Boston-based food issues think tank that developed the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. (More later on the exercise element, which often gets lost when people try to adopt a healthier diet.)" 04-08 -04-16-07 Is Cardio-Free the Way to Be? (ABC News) "Dr. Jennifer Mieres, a cardiologist and American Heart Association spokesperson, "thinks people should build and strengthen their muscles, especially women who face the possibility of developing osteoporosis" through strength training." "'But the evidence is overwhelming,' she says. 'You need to do some cardio workout to change your cardiac profile to make it better, to prevent death from heart disease and stroke.' " 04-07 -04-16-08 Exercise to Improve Health (USA Today) "Besides reducing belly fat, physical activity lowers blood pressure, cholesterol and the risk of diabetes and cancer. It reduces depression and anxiety, and it improves bone and joint health, sex drive, sleep and memory, he [Church] says." "But Church notes that fewer than 25% of Americans meet the minimum guidelines of being moderately active for 30 minutes five or more days a week, estimates show." " 'The average American doesn't understand that other than not smoking, exercise is the most important thing you can do for your health,' Church says. 'They think exercising is a health suggestion on par with leaving mayonnaise off their sandwich.' " 04-08 -08-05-05 Getting Rid of Cellulite (ABC News) "Some 90 percent of women have cellulite. Even thin and physically fit stars like Pamela Anderson, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears and Nicole Kidman have it." 8-05 -08-21-07 Exercise and Brain Power (New York Times) "Scientists have suspected for decades that exercise, particularly regular aerobic exercise, can affect the brain. But they could only speculate as to how. Now an expanding body of research shows that exercise can improve the performance of the brain by boosting memory and cognitive processing speed. Exercise can, in fact, create a stronger, faster brain." 08-07 Papers Abdominal Workouts (MSNBC News) Describes several workouts. 11-05 Bowflex Recall (CBS News) Describes the recall for a Bowflex excercise system. "The machines in question were sold nationwide from 1995 to 2003 for about $1,200 to 1,600, depending on the model. Consumers are advised to stop using the backboard bench in the incline position, and immediately cease use of the 'Lat Tower.' " 1-04 Brains and Exercise (applesforhealth) A study indicates brawn and brains do mix, at least in mice, which have been shown to get smarter with exercise. 12-10-99. Bush Inspires Fitness (ABC News) "President Bush turns 59 on Wednesday and with just one year left before officially becoming a senior citizen, it's one of those birthdays that marks a good time to take stock of your health." 7-05 Candy In "Endurance Bar" Wrappings (applesforhealth) Pick-me-up bars to enhance endurance exercise should supply a moderate increase in blood sugar that is slow to burn off. 03-31-00. Exercise - A Path to Good Health (applesforhealth) Ask your doctor the single most important thing you can do for your health, and the answer will probably be "exercise." 03-24-00. Exercise - Walking As Transportation (applesforhealth) Here are five reasons to consider walking as a transportation option. 03-31-00. Exercise Guide (Free-Weight-Loss-Resources.com) Provides hundreds of exercises, by body part, with illustrations on completing the exercise. Many of the exercises are weight training." See bottom half of page. 6-05 Exercise Helps Even Without Weight Loss (applesforhealth) While losing weight by exercising is an excellent goal, exercising even if you don't shed some pounds can lower cholesterol and body fat, finds a preliminary study. 02-25-00. Exercise and Brain (applesforhealth) According to brain-development expert Lawrence Katz of Duke University, there are several simple things you can do to help jump-start your brain. 10-01-99. Fitness Articles (BetterBodz.com) Provides an alphabetic listing of articles by topic. 12-01 Fitness Center (Shape Up America) Provides assessments, nutrition information, suggestions for overcoming fitness barriers, and methods for improving physcial fitness. 6-99 Fitness Is Easier Than You Think (applesforhealth) Exercise and fitness goals used to be left up to elite athletes. But times have changed. Exercise in the 1990s is a dynamic experience enjoyed by individuals of all ages and skill levels—they are playing sports, walking, running, hiking, bicycling, swimming, aerobic dancing, or engaging in other activities to get fit and improve their health. 08-13-99. Fitness Readiness (applesforhealth) Research tells us that you don’t have to go out of your way to get the exercise you need. You can build in many forms of moderate daily activity – from walking up the steps to reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, and many other forms of chronic disease. So draw out your fitness plan, and make sure you include the following in your regimen: 02-25-00. Fitness Training Programs (Betterbodz) Four Low-Tech Methods for Keeping Fit (MSN Health) "You know that you’re supposed to reduce your calorie intake and up your exercise. You’ve stocked the fridge with celery, raw cauliflower and cottage cheese and bought a new pair of sneakers for inspiration. Perhaps you should also consider throwing away the alarm clock or getting a dog. Check out some recent studies that offer other habits to help you shed pounds." 01-06 Gym Locator (Fitnesszone.com) Provides the location of gyms by zip code or city and state. 12-01 Healthier Brains (MSNBC News) "A neuroscientist and psychiatrist explains how adopting healthier habits can actually change your brain for the better." 11-05 Heart - Interpreting Systolic and Dystolic Numbers (New-Fitness.com) Provides a simple and clear interpretation of information on blood pressure. 12-01 Interval Training Improves Workout (USA Today) "A new study suggests that doing intense interval training for 20 minutes three times a week is just as effective at boosting strength and endurance as five to six hours of jogging or moderate cycling." 6-05 Jogging Backward (USA Today) "Backward walking and running dates back to the 1970s, when forward-looking runners practiced it while injured. Doctors later recommended it as part of physical therapy and it's often used by baseball pitchers or track runners in preliminary warm-ups." 05-06 Jump Rope Tricks (Skookum Jump Rope Company) Provides several basic tricks with the jump rope, as well as showing the proper length for a jump rope. 6-00 Most Commonly Asked Fitness Questions (applesforhealth) Besieged with health-related information on all fronts, Americans have more questions than ever about their exercise routines. 09-24-99. One Man's Journey to Health (MSN Health) "Nelson starts almost every day with a four-mile run on the beach, followed by a breakfast of oatmeal. He eats less than 25 grams of fat a day and has cut out hamburgers, fries, chips and soda in favor of lean-meat sandwiches with whole-wheat bread. He even set up a gym in his garage to save time. 'While I'm on the treadmill or rowing machine, the kids can run around and play,' he says." "Nelson's weight loss came so fast that people at work were coming up to me and saying, 'Who are you?' he says." 02-06 Physical Education in the USA in 2001 (PE4Life.com) Provides results from the report of the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) for 2001 on the status of physical education in the American educational system. Includes recommendations for schools. 3-02 Ranger Special Ops Fitness Goals (MSNBC News) Describes fitness standards for Ranger Special Ops. 11-05 Recumbent Exercise Bike - Pro Form SR 30 (eOpinions.com) Provides a review of the Pro Form SR 30 semi-recumbent exercise bicycle. Retails for around 250 dollars. 1-04 Staying Fit at the Desk (ABC News) "When people sit for long periods of time, their muscles tighten and eventually weaken," said Dr. Marc Bochner, a chiropractor who specializes in sports and soft-tissue injuries." Suggests solutions. 01-06 Target Heart Rate During Exercise (American Heart Association) "Target heart rates let you measure your initial fitness level and monitor your progress in a fitness program. This approach requires measuring your pulse periodically as you exercise and staying within 50 to 85 percent of your maximum heart rate. This range is called your target heart rate." 03-07 Target Heart Rate During Exercise (WebMD) Provides instructions and an online assessment of your target heart rate, the heart rate you should try to achieve and maintain during exercise. Target Heart Rate During Exercise (WebMD) Provides instructions and an online assessment of your target heart rate, the heart rate you should try to achieve and maintain during exercise. Ten Ways to Pep Up (CNN News) "Fatigue and flagging energy seem to be epidemics, especially among women who burn the candle at both ends (and who doesn't?). Instead of moping, pump up your mojo with these 10 strategies from experts in sleep, fitness, nutrition, psychology, and alternative medicine." 03-08 The 10 Worst Things to Do for Your Body (MSNBC News) Describes 10 undesirable things to do for your body. The slide show speed can be adjusted. 01-06 Tips For Indoor Cyclers (applesforhealth) Some call it torturous, others exhilarating. But there's no denying its popularity - some see indoor cycling, commonly referred to as "Spinning®," as the biggest thing to hit the fitness industry since step aerobics. 02-25-00. Tips For Purchasing Home Exercise Equipment (applesforhealth) It's no surprise that much of the home fitness equipment bought these days winds up in the closet collecting dust. A recent Fitness Products Council study found that 50 million households nationwide own some type of fitness equipment, but nearly one-third of the equipment isn't used regularly. 09-24-99. Tips To Avoid A Sedentary Lifestyle (applesforhealth) Making the most of your downtime can mean the difference between a healthy and an unhealthy heart. The American Heart Association offers a list of exercise tips to perform at home. 03-17-00. Periodicals Fitness Bi-Monthly Articles (Global Health and Fitness - Tackett) Provides over 50 articles to promote fitness and a healthy lifestyle. 3-02 Projects Walking and Bike Riding to School (Safe Routes to School) "Safe Routes to Schools projects encourage and enable children to walk and cycle to school through a combined package of practical and educational measures." 3-02 Walking and Bike Riding to School (Safe Routes to School) The program goals include to "Reduce the number of children and other pedestrians and motorists who are injured or killed in traffic" and "Keep the number of children walking to school at 80% by making the walking routes safer." 3-02 Walking and Bike Riding to School (Walk to School Day) "Find out how Walk to School activities are being used to create more walkable and healthier communities all year long." 3-02 Research Fitness Research (PE4Life.com) Provides over a dozen studies on obesity, fitness, and heatlh. 3-02

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