Recent Posts in Fitness Category

Dallas is a town full of runners! There is at least one 5k, 10k or marathon nearly every weekend. As your mileage increases, so do your energy needs! Current research recommends distance runners need between 15-22 carbohydrates per pound of body weight. ...

Go fetch! There is an obesity epidemic going on...and it's not just humans! As humans gain weight, sometimes their four-legged companions pack on the pounds, too. At my Shih Tzu's last vet visit, Maddie was up more than a half pound- which is significant, ...

As the days get longer and the flowers start to bloom, we know one thing is certain: Diamond sports are just around the corner. With spring comes a renewed passion for baseball and softball. From youth T-ball all the way up to adult recreational softball ...

Exercise doesn't need to be complicated; walking is the most primal human movement. Today is National Walking Day and fitness specialist Neal Smith at Folsom Fitness Center shares benefits of walking including: Improves circulation Strengthens heart ...

Statements I overheard at a New Year's Eve party: "My goal is to run a 5k." "My New Year's resolution is to run a half marathon." "I just want to be able to run 2 minutes without wanting to throw up." All of these goals are good. But each of these ...

It's a typical Wednesday afternoon. You feel a sharp pain in your back, a dull ache in your wrist, or maybe a crick in your neck. You look up at the clock and realize you've been sitting at your desk for four hours - without a break. Those long stretches ...

You've made the decision - you want to go from "runner" to "Runner" with a capital R. If you're planning to participate in Methodist Mansfield's Run with Heart Half Marathon, 5k or 1-mile fun run, you're still picking up the pace, gearing up for the ...

Winter sports enthusiasts have likely been embracing the nation's recent cold front. Many travel destinations popular among North Texas families are in great shape for activities and adventure sports like skiing, snowboarding, sledding, ice skating and ...

Don't let cold weather or icy roads can't keep you from strength training or cardio! North Texas' first frost of the year happened last week. Having to dig the ice scraper out of my trunk was a cold reminder that winter is almost here! If you're like me, ...

Here's a handy little infographic that shows how many calories you'll burn if you take the stairs to work every day instead of the elevator. Every little bit helps!