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A Few Things You Should Know About Losing Weight
By Stavros Mastrogiannis Most of the weight loss programs I see advertised tell you how fast you can lose weight with their system. The question I have for those weight loss programs is this: What is the point of losing weight fast, if you are going to regain all the weight back and in many [...]
Pedal Power !
What is BMX ?…Bicycle moto cross (BMX) is currently the fastest growing youth sport in North America and will make a second appearance in the 2012 Olympics in London. The sport of BMX (no motors, just pedal power) was created by kids for kids in the early 70’s in California and it took a while [...]
Most Embarrassing Gym Moments
Admit it. It must have happened to you at least once. A most embarrassing gym moment. You know – the time you fell off the treadmill. Or walked into the wrong locker room. Or walked out with toilet paper on your shoe. Ok – I’ll be the first one to ‘fess up. Being the fitness [...]
What to do over Spring Break?
Not sure what to do with the kids over Spring Break? Staying home for a “Stay-cation”? Have no fear! There is plenty to do in the greater Danbury area, and beyond, that can fill the week. Since the weather has been so nice, take advantage of the many parks and hiking trails in the area. [...]
American Cancer Society – Cancer Prevention Study
Historic Cancer Prevention Study Taking Place June 2 in New Fairfield, CT The American Cancer Society is looking for at least 300,000 adults in the U.S. who want to make a direct impact in the fight against cancer. The Cancer Prevention Study-3 will pave the way for the next generation of cancer research. Enrollment for [...]
Recipes for Healthy Living – NEW
Recipes for Healthy Living is a free nutrition resource from the American Diabetes Association, created to make eating healthy with diabetes easier. It is also a great resource for ANYONE who wants to eat healthier! Sign up below to get daily access to recipes, meal plans, tips, and other tools. No charge! Recipes for Healthy [...]
ChooseMyPlate.Gov Tip #2
Tip #2 – Add more vegetables to your day. Vegetables provide needed vitamins and minerals, are mostly low in calories and yes – they DO taste good! Your mother was right when she told you to eat your spinach. Check out ChooseMyPlate.gov, Tip #2 for 10 ways to add vegetables, easily, to your day and [...]
Choosemyplate.gov
I’m sure many of you remember the “Food Pyramid” - those dietary guidelines provided for us from the government. Well, in June 2011, the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion replaced the Food Pyramid with “MyPlate.” It is actually a far simpler concept to follow than the Pyramid was. MyPlate illustrates the five food groups [...]
