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Today Is National Walking Day

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:10:00 +0000

I'm a walker, not a runner, and from what I'm told, a brisk walk is good for your health. I like to walk because it doesn't take much equipment or expense - just a good pair of sneakers and warm clothing if it's cold outside. Today is "National Walking Day".

Go Take A Walk – It's Good For You

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 19:08:18 +0000

I’m sure many of us have been told to “Go take a walk’ at one time or another, and that’s good advice. In fact, a new study indicates that 10-minute walks can help those who may be at risk of developing high blood pressure. Researchers from Indiana University in Bloomington say that taking four 10-minute [...]

Lack of Exercise Tops Parents List of Kids Health Worries

Matt Herkimer — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:24:42 +0000

Maybe it's just because I'm getting older but it didn't seem that lack of exercise was a big worry for my parents or my friends parents when I was a kid. We spent the bulk of our free time outdoors playing games, riding our bikes or going to a playground. Today, with the popularity of video games and computer activities that seems to have changed. A new survey reported by UPI lists lack of exercise as the number one health worry parents have concerning their kids. However, it's not the only one.

Burning Off Those Beer Calories

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 08:30:48 +0000

Now that the weekend is over it's time to think about what you need to do to burn off all of those beer calories you consumed over the past 2 or 3 days. Sure, you had fun but now it's back to the business of fitness. One twelve ounce beer contains around 150 calories and if you had more than one (and you know you did) then you can do the math. How much exercise is needed to burn off that one brewski?

Start Walking On Wednesday, April 4th

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:10:47 +0000

As far as I’m concerned, the best exercise is taking a daily walk, especially when the temperatures warm up. Next Wednesday, April 4th is “National Walking Day”, and the American Heart Association is encouraging us to start walking for our health. According to our sister station, WIBX: The American Heart Association wants you to wear [...]

7,000 Students Ran In This Years Krispy Kreme Challenge [VIDEO]

Big Frog 104 — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:10:51 +0000

Are you a fan of Krispy Kreme donuts? If not, why not? They are glazed and a little piece of heaven. However, I wouldn’t call them exercise food. Students at the North Carolina State University will disagree with that. More than 7,000 participants of the Krispy Kreme Challenge ran five miles and then inhaled a [...]

Bird Works Out on Mall Escalator [VIDEO]

Matt Herkimer — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 16:00:16 +0000

I go to the gym three or four times a week and an essential part of my routine is a 30 minute stint on the treadmill. Apparently fitness programs are no longer just for humans witness this bird doing his best to get in shape for a long flight south this winter on a shopping mall escalator.

New Fitness Programs For Women Gaining Popularity

Matt Herkimer — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:10:36 +0000

I'm not exactly a gym "rat" but I do work out 3-4 times a week which gives me certain insights. One thing I have noticed is that there are far more over 30 men working out than over 30 women. One reason may be that more and more women are forgoing the traditional workout regimens in lieu of new, innovative fitness programs.

It's Screen Free Week In Central New York

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:11:28 +0000

What a great idea! A week free of video screens so we can all go outside and enjoy springtime in central New York! According to the Oneida County Health Department, Oneida County parents and children are encouraged to to turn off their TVs and video games and lace up their walking shoes during “Screen Free [...]