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Getting Fit With Zumba
November 14, 2008
Music with a Latin beat is
inspiring many in Central Texas to exercise as they
dance.
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Trade Your Running Trail for a Hiking Trail
November 3, 2008
Clear, cool, sunny days of
autumn are the perfect time to head out to the local greenbelts
for a hike.
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Halloween Safety Tips
October 24, 2008
It's a good idea to review
some precautions for parents and for drivers to keep this
year's holiday as safe as possible.
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Walking in the Neighborhood
October 17, 2008
Recently, researchers at the
University of Utah used census and driver's license data to
determine that living in older, walking friendly neighborhoods
really does trim the waistline.
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Longhorn Half-Ironman Triathlon Gets Support From Seton Southwest
October 10, 2008
With slightly more favorable
conditions this year, some 2400 triathletes still battled
heated conditions to cover 70.3 miles.
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Aerobic Exercise At Your Desk
October 2, 2008
We all know that most office
dwellers aren't getting enough exercise. Fitness experts advise
a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise five
times a week.
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Screening Student Athletes for Heart Condition
September 26, 2008
Active Central Texas high
school students ages 15-18 who participate in athletics, band,
cheer leading or any other active pursuit can be screened for
(HCM) using a limited non-invasive cardiac imaging technique
called ECHO (echocardiogram).
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It's a Willpower Thing
September 19, 2008
Research has shown that
exerting willpower towards one task or thought weakens self
control strength on subsequent tasks or thoughts.
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Concussion in Central Texas Athletes
September 12, 2008
Statistics available for high
school football players show that 20 percent will have at least
one concussion during their four-year career.
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How Often Should You Exercise?
September 5, 2008
A well-rounded exercise
program must include aerobic, muscular or strength and
flexibility workouts to form a balanced approach to fitness and
exercise.
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Central Texas Fitness Events
August 29, 2008
Events occurring in
September, October and November 2008.
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The Importance of Including Flexibility Training In Your Routine
August 22, 2008
If you stick to one routine
when it comes to exercise, you'll want to read how to broaden
your scope to incorporate flexibility, especially as you get
older.
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SMCW Hosts Saturday Sports Clinic
August 15, 2008
Beginning on Saturday after
the first football game for area schools, Seton Medical Center
Williamson hosts a Fall Sports Medicine Clinic to support
young, injured athletes in our community.
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Beijing Can Teach Us a Lesson about Air Pollution and Exercise
August 8, 2008
Learn what you can do to
breathe a little easier.
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Beat 100-degree Days with Ice Skating
August 1, 2008
Ice skating feels good in
December but it feels great in August when the temperature
outside is above 100 degrees.