Written by Alexandra Black, Health Promotion Manager at IHRSA
Sometimes life’s distractions get in the way of working out. Busy schedules, last minute emergencies, planned vacations, and that head cold going around can all make it harder to be physically active on a regular basis. It’s often like a growing snowball, as one day off turns into the week, turns into the month.…
Written by Colin Milner, CEO, International Council on Active Aging
What would happen if we were able to eliminate all the barriers to physical activity adoption and participation for older adults? Would more of them become physically active, reducing the burden that physical inactivity places on governments, societies, families and individuals?…
By Colin Milner, CEO, International Council on Active Aging
Now that we are nearly two weeks into 2016, how are your New Year’s resolutions going? You know, the ones about getting healthier, losing weight, and taking better care of yourself.
Have these resolutions driven you to hit the gym? What about cutting sugar-sweetened beverages from your diet?…
Written by SHAPE America member, Nancy Blake, 2014 Alaska Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year
Days grow shorter. Temperatures dip lower. There can be a temptation to follow the bear’s example and hibernate during these cold winter months, but we know that it is important to stay physically active all year long.…