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Women especially need to pay attention to their bone strength as they age, and exercise is one of the best ways to increase both bone density and overall bone strength. There are two specific forms of exercise that assist in strengthening the bones: weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises are both important to stave off osteoporosis and other illnesses.

The days of the traditional sweat suit, with matching jacket and pants made of warm cottony material are over. Most of these have been retired to house wear to keep warm, being replaced with stylish and functional workout clothing that provide comfort and safety during a workout.

It can feel at times that society is full of pressure to be physically active and lose weight in addition to all the other pressures of daily life. While weight reduction is important, the overall goal of physical activity and losing weight is not to improve appearance – it is to improve health.

The approaching snow and cooler temperatures doesn’t necessarily require a change in fitness habits. Lacing up running shoes and hitting the pavement is still possible, even in winter months, with the right precautions and preparation. Winter running or walking activities do have their challenges, but keeping the following factors in mind will allow avid running or walking enthusiasts to keep up their habits during cooler months.

As the season changes to a colder one, many people begin discussing vitamin c – they talk about increasing their intake of the nutrient, begin eating vitamin c rich foods, or discuss with cold sufferers the value of the nutrient in staving off illness. Aside from being an essential part of a nutritional diet, vitamin C has numerous wellness benefits that everyone can take advantage of all year long.

As colder weather approaches and snow and ice descend on a majority of America, many outdoor fitness enthusiasts retreat inside to less preferred activities, and many beginning exercisers retreat back to their sedentary ways. With so many activities such as outdoor cycling, running, walking, or various sports being put on hold until warmer temperatures return, how can people stay motivated and avoid a fitness letdown during the winter season?

One of the first steps many people take on the road to wellness is to reduce their caffeine intake. In doing this, however, their body begins to feel the effects of the withdrawal and often times the return to the habit and feel guilty for “failing” at their goal. To avoid the energy slump when cutting the stimulant out of a diet, the tips below can oftentimes boost mental focus and give the body enough energy to keep up with daily tasks until the addiction to caffeine is out of the blood.

Physical fitness has long been linked to a reduced risk of heart attack and improved cardiovascular function, but a recent study highlights the importance of activity by showing how beneficial exercise can be for those with stable coronary artery disease (CAD).

Many Americans have made a healthier shift to include breakfast as part of their daily meal plans, but often times this meal lacks in protein and is high in carbohydrates. While carbohydrates are important for energy, recent information released at the Obesity Society’s annual scientific meeting showed that increasing protein amounts at breakfast assisted in curbing hunger pangs throughout the day.

While diet and exercise are essential components for healthy weight loss and a healthy lifestyle, one often neglected wellness component is proper rest. A recent study has brought to light the importance of rest by showing that not only can inadequate sleep and rest patters impact a person’s weight, but a regular sleep/wake pattern can actually influence body fat composition and promote weight loss.