Cardiac Health
Do You Live in a Bike-Friendly State?
June 16, 2013; 8:54 AM
Washington tops the annual rankings for the 6th year in a row.
6 Magical Ingredients for an Energetic Heart
June 03, 2013; 8:00 AM
The following treats are easy, often unconventional ways to cover your bases, and build enough clean energy to hit the gym after a grueling workday.
High Blood Pressure Linked to Declining Brain Function
May 30, 2013; 12:52 PM
Researchers found that people with high blood pressure in the central arteries — including the aorta, the largest artery in the human body, and the carotid arteries in the neck — performed worse on tests of visual processing, and had slower thinking and poorer recognition abilities.
7 Incredible Hikes (Slideshow)
May 30, 2013; 1:08 AM
Though it may be difficult to pinpoint what, exactly, makes for an outstanding hiking experience, one thing’s for sure — the trails on the list are some of the most beloved on the planet.
Road Bike Safety 101: How to Get There, Get Fit, and Not Get Hit
May 28, 2013; 11:13 AM
Before joining the party on that rusty old one-speed, make sure you know the rules of the road.
Sunlight May Improve Heart Health
May 27, 2013; 8:46 AM
When sunlight hits your skin, your body forms nitric oxide and releases it into your blood vessels. This compound can help lower blood pressure.
Healthy Hiking With Your Dog
May 25, 2013; 9:34 AM
Hiking with dogs takes some planning and thought. The following checklist will help keep your hike from turning into a misadventure.
Young Adult Behaviors Key to Later Heart Health
May 18, 2013; 10:53 AM
Early adulthood is a key time to adopt healthy lifestyle habits to prevent heart disease in middle age, a new study finds.
Three Ways to Measure Your Activity Intensity
May 15, 2013; 10:48 AM
Gauge how hard your body is working when you exercise, to make your workout time well spent!
Bike to Work Week
May 13, 2013; 10:07 AM
It’s Bike to Work Week! Hitting the road on two wheels benefits your health and the environment
