Before a sustained workout (longer than 90 minutes), it may help to eat some low-glycemic carb, such as low-fat yogurt, oatmeal, or pumpernickel bread. Eat it at least two hours before exercising, so you'll have a good s...

Looking for a great way to get an aerobic workout while also having fun with your family and friends? Dancing has come a long way since the days of discotheques. Dance studios across the country now offer classes suitabl...

In addition to a daily, 20-minute walk, Dr. Agatston recommends regular stretching as part of your fitness routine. The addition of stretching helps to: Improve posture Increase flexibility Improve circulation Enhance co...

You don't have to be a bodybuilder to experience the benefits of weight training. By lifting weights for a mere 10 minutes a day, two to three days a week, you can increase your metabolism, improve your posture, gain str...

Chances are you'll be logging some quality mall time between now and New Year's getting your holiday shopping done. This doesn't mean you have to abandon your South Beach Diet® lifestyle, which includes eating lean prote...

When you begin to do resistance training on a regular basis, your rate of weight loss may slow down. It's a well-observed fact that muscle burns more calories than fat, so why aren't you losing more weight by exercising?...

This Daily Dish is part of a series on fitness for National Physical Fitness and Sports Month Exercise shouldn't be a chore-it should be something you look forward to. One way to maintain your enthusiasm is to spice up y...

May 11 through May 17 is National Running and Fitness Week. Before you lace up your running shoes, keep in mind that runners have very specific nutritional requirements. In addition to restocking carbohydrate fuel stores...

Today, May 19, is National Employer Health & Fitness Day. Americans spend so many hours at work that it's often difficult to squeeze in time for exercise. Here are 10 ways to bring fitness to the workplace and help b...

Now that spring has sprung and the weather's improving, it's time to move your exercise routine outdoors. There is no better way than hiking to get to know your local area while enjoying the fresh air and fine weather. A...