Author Archives: Kim Truman

Shape.com   These fun, calorie-burning activities will strengthen your bond without leaving either of you drenched and smelly (read: not sexy!)   By Jessica Smith   The idea of going on a fitness-oriented date sounds great—for all of about 30 seconds … Read More

5 Sporty Ways To Blast Fat – First for Women

Growing Healthy Bodies – Overcoming Remote-Control Lifestyles In the U.S. Surgeon General’s recent report, he outlines two basic factors not only contributing to our expanding waistlines, but to our children’s as well–the foods we eat and our inactivity. We need to … Read More

By By LAURAN NEERGAARD | Associated Press – Wed, Jan 9, 2013 View Photo Associated Press – Graphic shows pap smear method of detecting a variety of gynecological cancers WASHINGTON (AP) — For years, doctors have lamented that there’s no Pap test for deadly ovarian cancer. … Read More

Scoop Post Even though Consumerreports.org has stated that Treadmills are the most popular piece of exercise equipment in America, many of them have become a place to hang our laundry. Since they are pretty simple to use and can provide … Read More

Shape.com 20 top fitness experts reveal their go-to move for buns of steel By Jessica Smith BARBELL HIP THRUST Get ready to blast your backside with this butt-burning move from Bret Contreras, MA, CSCS, and author of Advanced Techniques in Glutei Maximi Strengthening. … Read More

Chicago Tribune Transform your home office, bedroom or even a closet into a home gym with the addition of one skinny, squishy, nearly weightless piece of equipment: the resistance band. A band, which costs about $10 at any sports equipment store, is … Read More

iVillage.com   eat off of blue plates Ever wonder why McDonald’s color scheme is yellow and red? “We are naturally drawn to red, yellow and orange in our dining area or restaurants because psychologically it stimulates us to want to … Read More