Fitness

Which approach to weightlifting is best as we age? Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Most importantly, make resistance training a part of your exercise regimen for optimum fitness and functional levels. ...

The best way to celebrate spring? Take a walk. May is National Walking Month and the season's splendor is on full display. Take advantage of the warmer temperatures and longer, sunlit evenings by doing something that's simple and good for both your body and your mind. ...

We all know that what we eat matters when it comes to our physical health. We may also know that certain foods can either help or harm our cognition. What is exciting is to know now is that the right nutrition can also improve our mental health. ...

How many times have you talked about your bucket list? It's a fun conversation to have with friends and often turns up s a few surprises. If you don't have anything on your bucket list, maybe it's time to get one. Your bucket list is a roadmap to stay on track to self-fulfillment and to try new things, some for entertainment or pleasure, others for professional goals. Read on to find out what's on the bucket lists of some Northeast Ohio folks (and what they did about it), and find out how to get going on yours. ...

Kids want and need to be active and burn off excess energy during our long Northeast Ohio winters. The solution? Try an indoor play area. Our region has plenty of options. Some have age restrictions and require reservations. Check websites or call before heading out. Most sell admission tickets and require waiver forms that you can fill out online, significantly cutting your wait time when you get there with eager kids. ...

It's not what you think. Unlike the song from "Fiddler on the Roof," we're not talking about alcohol, but instead, our good friend, H2O. ...

Self-efficacy is the belief that one is capable of completing a task — in this case, exercising. It's important because, when we believe that we can — in spite of a busy schedule, being tired, feeling intimidated at the gym, etc. — we are more likely to actually carry out the physical activity. The greater our self-efficacy, the more likely we are to engage in the kinds of activities and practices that will help us to live longer and better. ...

A great thing about living in Northeast Ohio is the many parks and trails that make for beautiful settings for walks throughout much of the year. As we move into late fall and early winter with its cold — sometimes bitter — weather, those trails can become icy and dangerous.   The good news is that exercise can be moved inside. ...