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Fitness Tip of the Day!
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Walking and Dementia
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A 9-yr study of elderly adults (mean age 78 yrs) showed that those who walked the most (on a regular basis) had a reduced risk of cognitive impairment. (source: Neurology, Oct. 19, 2010.)
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FOR: Out of Shape
Learn how to take charge of your health!
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FOR: Weekend Warriors
Learn how to exercise properly.
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FOR: Elite Athletes
Improve your performance & recovery.
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FOR: Health Professionals
Refer your patients to us for exercise advice.
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Featured Athletes
Vipul Singh, MD Phoenix, AZ
Dr. Singh has been dedicated to fitness his entire life. He is an elite cyclist who rides and trains every week.
Stan Reents, PharmD Phoenix, AZ
Our humble founder has always been a tennis fanatic. Here he is in Tampa attempting to hit a 200-mph forehand.
Vipul Singh, MD Phoenix, AZ
Here is Dr. Singh heading out for an easy 100-mile Saturday morning training ride. (You don't want to know how much that bike costs!)
Mike Patronis, MBA San Antonio, TX
Mike is a Col. in the Air Force. His fitness is excellent. Here he is at Hero's Highway, Bala Air Force Base, Iraq, Nov. 2007.
Bill Reed Kirkwood, MO
Bill is a dedicated tennis player. Here, he demonstrates a core training technic on a stability ball.
Bill Reed Kirkwood, MO
Bill is a dedicated tennis player. Unfortunately, sometimes injuries occur.
Chris Swere Tampa, FL
Chris is a serious triathlete. Here he is at the Miami Half-Ironman, November 2007.
Tom Wilson Jacksonville, FL
Tom was a pole vaulter in high school and in college. And he's still competing in his 40's! Here is a neighborhood event in Jacksonville, FL.
Tom Wilson Jacksonville, FL
Tom was a pole vaulter in high school and in college. And he's still competing in his 40's! Here is a neighborhood event in Jacksonville, FL.
Tom Wilson Jacksonville, FL
Tom was a pole vaulter in high school and in college. And he's still competing in his 40's! Here is a neighborhood event in Jacksonville, FL.
Rhonda Cooper-DeHoff, PharmD Gainesville, FL
Rhonda is dedicated to fitness despite a demanding academic career. Here she is after winning 1st place in the San Felasco half marathon Feb. 2008. She is also a 2nd-degree black belt.
EMM team Pittsburgh, PA
Masters rowers from the Three Rivers Rowing Association, Pittsburgh, PA.
D. Massey, J. Haar, & P. Haar Portland, OR
Jack Harr, PhD, Philip Haar, and D. Massey at the start of the cross-country "Ride For Jim Popp, MD," Portland, OR, June 2008.
Josh Bowman Mesa, AZ
Here is Josh working on his free-climbing skills in Prescott, Arizona, July 2009.
Josh Bowman Mesa, AZ
Here is Josh working on his free-climbing skills in Prescott, Arizona, July 2009.
Josh Bowman Mesa, AZ
Here is Josh working on his free-climbing skills in Prescott, Arizona, July 2009.
Robert Czarniewy Lyndhurst, NJ
Robert exercises regularly to improve his health. He is a dedicated AthleteInMe.com® fan!
Larry Aull, PharmD Monroe, GA
Larry is a 2nd-degree black belt, a licensed scuba diver, and now runs regularly. Here he is finishing the Charlotte half-marathon, April 2009.
Neal Manning Tucson, AZ
Neal is a handball champ and river rafting guide. Here he is at the Grand Canyon, May 2010.
Randy Hatton, PharmD Gainesville, FL
Randy was a track athlete in high school. Since then, he has been a dedicated distance runner. Randy works out every week.
Mystery Man #1 Phoenix, AZ
After conquering the very difficult hike to the top of Camelback Mountain (Phoenix, AZ, Oct. 2011), you are rewarded with this fantastic view.
AthleteInMe.com® at Camelback Mountain Phoenix, AZ
AthleteInMe.com® getting ready to take on the very challenging Camelback Mountain, Phoenix, AZ, October 2011.
Mike Patronis, MBA San Antonio, TX
Here is Mike in Bagram, Afghanistan, Jan. 2012. During his July 2012 PT test, he did 60 push-ups in 1-min, 62 crunches in 1-min, and ran 1.5 miles in 9:59....scoring 99.8%. Not bad for a 45-yr-old!
Lindsay Shoemaker Chicago, IL
Lindsay was a gymnast in college. Despite a busy career, she exercises nearly every day. Here she is hiking Camelback Mountain in Phoenix, AZ, January 2012.
Michael Voyk Scottsdale, AZ
Mike conquers Camelback Mountain, via Echo Canyon, Phoenix, AZ, February 2012.
Tony Prosser, PharmD Albuquerque, NM
Tony is now a 2nd-degree black belt in Kenpo Karate, May 2012.
Brothers Rick & Will Burlington, VT
Brothers Rick and Will at the Burlington VT marathon, May 2012.
Paul Broeker Burlingame, CA
Paul was an outstanding athlete in grade school and high school. Since then, he has become a serious distance cyclist.
Bill Reed Kirkwood, MO
Bill is a dedicated tennis player. Here, he is doing a core training exercise on a stability ball.
Mystery Man #2 Phoenix, AZ
Who is this person hiking the Overton Trail in Cave Creek, AZ, October 2012? (hint: He is the CEO of a healthcare organization in Oregon....)
Adi Barnett Stowe, VT
Adi plays tennis 4x/week, works out with weights 3x/week, and does water aerobics. She was 75 years old when this photo was taken!
Behind The Athlete Track Club West Palm Beach, FL
Future Olympic athletes!
Greg Miller Team Casper, WY
Greg Miller, MD and his fellow triathletes at the Cowboy Tough Race.
Presley LeBlanc Phoenix, AZ
Presley is a stand-out Varsity track and swim team athlete for the Centennial Coyotes.
Vincent Serpico Glendale, AZ
Vincent has completed several Spartan Races. These are brutal events. He was one of only 35 who finished the HH12HR. Today, he is the CEO of a rapidly-growing web and app development company.
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Mobile App Our innovative and award-winning app "Exercise Calorie Converter" converts the calories in restaurant foods and beverages into minutes of exercise.
Version 3.0 -- released in Spring 2017 -- offers more restaurants, over 6000 foods and beverages, a Quick-Check tool for foods not in the database, and some cool sharing functions. (NOTE: Version 3.3 was released February 2018.)
MAKE SMARTER CHOICES WHEN YOU DINE OUT!
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Today's Featured Topics
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Nutrition Basics: Carbs, Fats, and Protein
In this article, we review fundamental concepts and controversies associated with the 3 main nutrients: carbohydrates, fats, and protein.
Read more...
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Plyometrics
Many people may not have heard of "plyometrics" but it's a training technique that has been around for quite a while. It's not for beginners, but, if you're ready, it can add a lot of explosive strength to your jumps and agility. Read more about it at:
"Plyometrics"
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Online Health and Fitness Coaching
You certainly don't have to join a gym to exercise. But, what do you do if you want to exercise at home and need some guidance or advice? There are a variety of resources available online. To help you choose, read our review:
"Online Health and Fitness Coaching"
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Exercise Books and Videos
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TITLE: "The End of Heart Disease"
AUTHOR: Fuhrman J
LENGTH: 430 pages
LIST PRICE: $15.99
If you're looking for the best information on modifying your diet to prevent and/or reverse coronary heart disease, then this book is for you! Joel Fuhrman, MD, explains his Nutritarian Diet in detail, supporting every recommendation with clinical research. This book is superb!
Read our review...
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