“Research shows that children are spending half as much time outside as they did 20 years ago – and much more time doing ‘inside activities,” writes researcher Juster, F. Thomas. According to a study by the Kaiser Family Foundation, the… Read More
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The Many Benefits of Outdoor Exercise
Some people swear by the gym. There is just something reassuring about having a rigid routine. Others, however, desire a little more variety in their workouts. For this group, Outdoor Exercise is a must when the weather begins to warm…. Read More
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Exercise Boosts Brain Health in Children!
We all know that exercise is good for the body. But did you also know that physical activity can also be good for the mind? “There is also a growing body of literature suggesting that physical activity has beneficial effects… Read More
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Rock Climbing for Fun and Fitness
Exercise is an important part of life, but not everyone enjoys the gym. “The problem is, for many of us, exercise can be boring and repetitive. But it doesn’t have to be,” says Elizabeth Harmon, Huffington Post. The secret is… Read More
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How Outdoor Exercise & Fresh Air Impact Health
It’s no secret that exercise is an important part of life, especially for adults who often sit behind a desk all day. The average American adult, employed full time, works 47 hours per week and four in 10 workers put in… Read More
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Active Adults Are Happy Adults
What’s the secret to happiness? According to a study from Harvard University, the answer could be exercise. “Exercise is something that psychologists have been very slow to attend to,” agrees Michael Otto, PhD, a professor of psychology at Boston University…. Read More
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How Much Physical Exercise Do Adults Need?
According to the 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, adults need 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week. That’s roughly the same amount of time as a feature-length movie. And the good news is that you can break this… Read More
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How to Make Exercise Fun and Stay Motivated
The World Health Organization recommends that adults get at least 75 minutes of vigorous exercise, or 150 minutes of moderate exercise, each week. Unfortunately, many adults often fall short of this benchmark for a number of reasons. “According to President’s… Read More
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The Benefits of Outdoor Exercise, Adventure
The World Health Organization recommends that adults get at least 75 minutes of vigorous exercise, or 150 minutes of moderate exercise, each week. But it can be tough. Between your job and your kids, it’s hard to find time to… Read More
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The Weekend Warrior: How American Workers Cram a Week’s Worth of Exercise into Two Days
The average American adult employed full time works 47 hours per week, according to a Gallup poll, and four in 10 workers put in over 50 hours each week. As you can imagine, this does not leave a lot of… Read More