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The signs of heat stroke and how to prevent it

Summer heat is no joking matter, especially in Texas. An average of 675 people die from complications related to extreme heat each year. While athletes and people who work outdoors...

Get a full-body workout in the great outdoors

If the hustle and bustle of daily life is catching up with you, getting out of the city to camp, hike and explore is a great way to let your...

Train like your favorite hockey player with these 9 exercises

Hockey sometimes gets overlooked in comparison to other professional sports like football, basketball and baseball. But what many sports fans don’t know is that hockey players are some of the...

Choosing the right fitness tracker for you

Wearable technology has come a long way in recent years. The original pedometer tracked steps, but today’s wearable fitness trackers allow you to monitor not only your steps, but also...

8 everyday ways to be more active

Sitting too much — whether at work, in the car or at home — can have serious health consequences. People who are more sedentary are at a greater risk of...

Get a workout in the pool with these 10 exercises

Summer is just around the corner, and that means it’s nearly time to hit the swimming pool. While you’re cooling off and splashing with the kids, why not take advantage...

6 tips to simplify weekly meal prep

Eating healthy takes time and preparation. Planning out meals ahead of time helps eliminate those quick, unhealthy food choices you make when you’re crunched for time. By taking time to...

6 reasons to drink more smoothies

Smoothies are a refreshing treat, and when made the right way, they can be packed full of health benefits. Most importantly, smoothies are a quick, easy to get your daily...

What you should know about the FDA’s updated dietary guidelines

Every five years, the FDA updates its dietary guidelines for Americans. The 2015–2020 guidelines, which were released at the beginning of the year, contain several changes, both expected and unexpected....