You are never too young to play sports and keep fit. Even young children can play, from those just walking to the ones getting ready to start children's leagues. They might not understand the rules of the game, but they can work on their hand eye coordination and keep their bodies fit by participating anyway. My three year old son loves to play sports. The park my family frequents has a large grassy play area around the little play structure on sand, so we bring a bag full of sports equipment. In the duffle we keep a soccer ball, a large...

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Are you planning a long road trip this summer? Perhaps you have a long commute to work each day, or you drive as part of your occupation. Maybe you’re like me and you spend a lot of time in the car toting kids from one place to another. Be careful; too much time behind the wheel can start to affect your health. All that windshield time can sap your energy. It also can cause a sore back and stiff muscles. The solution? The Windshield Workout.

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The skies are clear, the weather is warm, there's a gentle breeze -- it's spring and the perfect season for hiking. With the right attire and equipment you can hike year round, but spring is truly the perfect time -- everything is green and blooming, the trails are dry, and the weather is perfect -- neither too hot nor too cold. Hiking is good for any age and fitness level; it just depends on the trails you blaze. If you're athletic, you'll want to pick mountain paths with sharp inclines to give your muscles a workout, and if you aren't,...

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Staying in shape is something that has become increasingly problematic in our "on the go" culture. We are so busy working, taking care of a home, keeping up with social engagements, etc. that we often forget to make time for exercise. For some of us, this isn't a big deal—our jobs involve a lot of activity (think about the retail worker who has to climb ladders and lift boxes of merchandise all day). For others, finding the time to workout can be a nightmare.

The good news is this: it is possible to cut your hour long workout routine...

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WBZ-TV in Boston has a contest that they are running in conjunction with New Balance. They want to know what your "relationship with running" is? Tell them why you love it and what makes you addicted to it. This contest is tied in with the Boston Marathon, which is on April 21 this year. Enter and win cool gear from New...

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