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Big gyms typically don’t allow kids to join and roam around without direct supervision. That makes sense, since many of the machines and weights are dangerous. Kids could drop something heavy on their toes, or pinch their fingers between heavy objects. To keep kids safe, they should always have adult supervision in a weight room. […]

Facebook-squareInstagramTwitter-square The holidays are a time to enjoy yourself, slack off from work a little, and see family or friends. If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s a time of stress and decision-making. Having a clear blueprint you can stick to will help you stay on track so that you don’t feel the need to

Generally speaking, when people try to lose weight, the first thing that goes is sugar. Junk foods that are high in sugar are the most obviously unhealthy thing in your diet. Plus, they taste great and it’s easy to get carried away. Alcohol is also high on the list, but many people would rather have

If you’re just starting a workout routine for the first time or coming back to the gym after a short break, you’ll likely be stiff and sore after your first workout. Over time your body gets used to exercising, but every now and again you might feel sore from hitting the gym. Some people chase

Your diet is important for a number of reasons that go beyond weight loss. For example, there’s some evidence that reducing the amount of saturated and trans fats you eat can reduce the risk of heart disease. Eating more fiber, which can come from fruits, vegetables, and grains, can boost your heart and digestive health.

Achieving your fitness goals is a great feeling. Losing your progress sucks. But staying the same for a long period of time can be pure torture. Stagnation in fitness is a real problem and one that you might need to try different things to break. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, gain weight, get stronger,

High blood pressure is a common and dangerous health problem. Over time, high blood pressure can lead to heart disease, so it’s important to keep it in check. When you go to the doctor, they measure blood pressure by pumping up a cuff and checking two numbers: systolic and diastolic blood pressure. If they say

The summer can be the hardest or easiest season to lose weight, depending on how you look at it. The motivation to slim down increases with each layer of clothing that you shed as summer approaches. At the same time, you’re probably going out to eat and drink more than at any other time of

Humans were not meant to live forever, but average lifespan has increased dramatically in the developed world over the past 100 years or so. Advances in technology, healthcare and education all contribute. Living longer sounds good, but there’s a difference between quality of life and quantity of life. Ideally, the added years you’re living should

Perhaps you’ve been in a situation where you’re trying to be strict with your spending and only buy essential goods, but you see something on Amazon.com or in the store that you can’t resist. Or maybe you’ve set strict goals for a diet but break your own rules after you walk by a bakery that