They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But Dr. James Fox, an interventional cardiologist atTraverse Heart and Vascular, knows it takes much more than that. With February being National Heart Month, heart health awareness is at a high. We’re hearing about how to eat right. How to exercise more. And Dr. Fox […]
Kicking the Pop Habit // Want to Lose Abdominal Weight? Quit Drinking Pop
Are you looking for a way to lose abdominal weight? Patrick Friedli, MD, the medical director of Munson’s Healthy Weight Center, may have one of the simplest ways to shed a few pounds: Eliminate sugary beverages from your diet. Yes, that means you should quit drinking pop. “Time and time again, if I can convince someone […]
Journey Program Offers Free Exercise Class For Cancer Patients
Journey Program Offers Free Exercise Class For Cancer Patients Workout program offers cancer patients a chance to regain confidence in their bodies. The Journey Program™ is a free 10-week exercise program with classes in Traverse City and Frankfort. Participants do strength training, balance training, cardio, postural retraining, back and shoulder exercises, and core workouts. “There […]
Is Pilates for You?
Is Pilates for You? You want to get in shape this winter. You’ve heard of Pilates. And you’re intrigued. But what is it really? And is it for you? Commonly known for working out your core, Pilates is a full-body workout, says Grand Traverse Bay YMCA certified Pilates and fitness instructor, Holli Harvey. “You will […]
Is a Fitness Club For You?
Is a Fitness Club For You? Joining a fitness club doesn’t have to mean buying a gym membership. Local, and inexpensive, running, cycling and hiking clubs offer both physical activity and camaraderie. And being fit isn’t a prerequisite for joining. “There are virtually no requirements for joining except a spirit of fun and outdoor activity,” […]
How To Plan a Small Home Garden
Want to start a garden, but don’t have any experience? Britt Uecker, the greenhouse manager at Grow Benzie, walks us through it step by step. “Growing plants is a miracle before your eyes,” Britt says. “How can all that information be packaged inside that tiny little seed?” We’re about to find out. Here’s what you […]
Healthy Tips & Activities for Kids From a Traverse City Pediatrician
Healthy Tips & Activities for Kids From a Traverse City Pediatrician Childhood obesity is a growing problem in the U.S., and Northern Michigan is no exception. In the past 40 years, the prevalence of childhood obesity has increased 300 percent—that means 32 percent of children are overweight (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey NHANES). We talked with […]