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Two women lying on yoga mats on toes and bent arms with clasped hands. (Photo: Bruce Mars/Pexels)

Winter Workout

8 Unconventional Exercises & Their Benefits Does the cold weather make you want to hibernate? As temperatures drop, lethargy is all too common. You don’t want to jog around the block when it is freezing and blustery outside, after all.   Fortunately, you can embrace
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Ice hockey players should dress in layers, use the proper equipment and wear helmets to avoid injuries. (Photo: angel-beil/Instagram)

Weekend Warriors

Training Helps Avoid Winter Sports Injuries Watching Olympic athletes zoom down the slopes or tear up the rink can inspire you to get involved in winter sports. But when you strap on skis or lace up skates, it is important to remember that you have not trained like an Olympian,
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Cycling provides many health benefits including cardiovascular conditioning. (Photo: Thinkstock)

Ready, Set, Bike

Cycling Provides Many Health Benefits Getting outside on two wheels can improve health and fitness, build muscles and boost your mood. Plus, for most people, it’s fun. “It’s a practical thing in that it’s getting us out of our cars and using our own power for transportation,”
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