Recently we chatted with Megan Nelson, a PhD student at the University of Idaho, Department of Movement Sciences, Exercise Physiology Research Laboratory. She had concluded a research study on the effectiveness of standing on a balance board for increasing energy expenditure, the results of which were published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the official journal of the American College of...

Now that summer is (finally!) here, families are gearing up for what they hope to be a great vacation from the daily grind. While this once meant getting outside and enjoying life, more people are leading sedentary lifestyles thanks to smartphones, streaming television, and other modern conveniences. Time to turn off the TV and get outside to experience summer together...

Our water consumption can often take a back seat, especially during the busy summer months. Let’s face it, from hitting the beach to weekend adventures, it’s pretty easy to forget to stay hydrated. About 60 percent of our bodies are made up of water and nearly 100 percent of our processes are affected by it. Keep these four benefits in...