Sep 3, 2015 | After School Fun, Health & Fitness
Protecting young athletes from injuries By Malia Jacobson Sports injuries are sidelining more young athletes than ever before, a trend that concerns doctors, coaches, and parents. According to the STOP Sports Injury Campaign, 2 million sports injuries strike high...
Jun 29, 2015 | Health & Fitness, Medical
By Nora Heston Tarte We hear it everyday. The food we eat in America is unhealthy, packed with high fructose corn syrup, preservatives and outrageous levels of sugar. There are 44 grams of sugar in a can of Coke, but sugar hides in unexpected places, too. For example,...
Jun 1, 2015 | Family Life, Health & Fitness
By Lauren Strait Fun and fitness So many adults have misconceptions about fitness that they rarely pair the words together. “The common denominator is ‘fun’,” said Chris Powell, best selling author and transformation specialist from the popular ABC show “Extreme...
Jun 1, 2015 | Health & Fitness, Teen Issues
By Nora Heston Teaching children to “just say no” is a cardinal rules of parenting. Say no to alcohol, say no to drugs, say no to cigarettes. However, as a parent, it’s hard to stay up-to-date on the new trends teens are embracing. Teens have been known to get...
May 11, 2015 | Family Life, Health & Fitness
The perfect excuse to pedal together By Suzanne Day Spring is here and the weather is perfect for getting around on two wheels. April is Valley Bike Month and Valley Metro is proud to co-sponsor this month-long focus on bicycling as a safe, inexpensive and healthy...
May 11, 2015 | Health & Fitness, Medical, Parents Ask, Teen Issues
By Kim Heitzmann Q: I have a 11-year-old son who is very active and plays multiple sports. He has been asking to start a weight training program but I am concerned he is too young. Is it safe for children, “tweens” or teens to lift weights? Susan – Glendale A: Any...
