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May is Fitness Month, a time to think about getting in shape and making changes to live a healthier life. We're dedicated to providing you with up to date tips and information to help you get fit.
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Annual Walk Michigan program starts in June   

The program hosts two-mile walks at designated parks in Midland.  The walks are free of charge and take place on Tuesdays from Stratford Park pavilion; Thursdays from MidMichigan Medical Center’s Wellness Trail, at the corner of Wellness and Harlow Drives; and Sundays from the Tridge, Farmers Market parking area. 

OBOL - The Small Stuff   

Some advice is so standard and run of the mill that we dismiss it. This failure to act can often mean the difference between succeeding or not.

OBOL - Persistence pays off   

Are you geared up for the long haul or do you give up and give in when you don’t arrive at your goal when YOU think you should?

Illinois man reclaims stationary bike world record   

A suburban Chicago man has reclaimed the Guinness world record for time spent on a stationary bicycle.

Exercise may protect girls from future breast cancer   

Get your daughters off the couch: New research shows exercise during the teen years -- starting as young as age 12 -- can help protect girls from breast cancer when they're grown.

Spin Outside the Crim   Video Glyph

Save gas, get fit and go green!

OBOL - Pockets of Peace   

Hurry up and slow down!

Dietitian hired to arrest officer obesity   

Rana Parker tells pudgy police they have the right to remain chubby, but it can and will be used against them on the streets of Los Angeles.

Too much, too little sleep can hurt   

People who sleep fewer than six hours a night - or more than nine - are more likely to be obese, according to a new government study that is one of the largest to show a link between irregular sleep and big bellies.

OBOL - Mini Workout   

A quick and easy routine to help start your journey to a healthier more fit you.

Fitness

Working the body
Learn which exercise will target the part of the body you want to work.

Excercise equipment breakdown
Information on a variety of different pieces of exercise equipment.

Burning calories 
Breakdown of calorie burning activities

Calorie Burning Sports
How many calories will the sport you're playing burn?

BMI
What it is and how to calculate it.

Presidents Challenge
The history and information on the Presidents Challenge

Nutrition

Fast food facts
Information you should now before your next drive-thru meal.

Healthy food substitutes
Tips and tricks on how to alter your food prep to have a healthier meal.

 

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