ZANESVILLE - Several walking trails and community gardens will receive upgrades to make them more accessible after the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department received a grant for that purpose.

A new year has begun, and even if economics dampen the desire to join a fitness club, many low-cost alternatives are available. Deane Vinson, group fitness coordinator at the Grand Strand Family YMCA in Myrtle Beach, said wintertime and area scenery make a good mix. "Take advantage of living in Myrtle Beach, and on a crisp, sunny day, head to the shore and take a brisk walk," Vinson said. ...

So you've made the usual rash New Year resolutions to get fit and lose weight, but before you commit yourself to any new regimen, read our guide to common diet and fitness myths.

Here it comes again, the New Year’s resolution rush to the health clubs, fitness centers and walking trails. But before you pick up a dumbbell, lace up the running shoes or hop on a treadmill, you need to get in the right frame of mind. Here are some suggestions from health professionals who want those January resolutions to turn into long-term routines. Ansel Holback, director of the wellness ...

TORONTO - Regular physical activity is known to improve cognitive ability and help stave off dementia, and now Canadian researchers think they know why.

While snow and ice may keep many people indoors this winter — preventing participation in healthy outdoor activities — there are still many ways to keep fit during the winter months.

A free walk and health fair kicks off the new year at downtown Centennial Park this weekend.

When we ring in the New Year, it's a thought on the minds of millions of people. THIS will be the year for me to lose weight! Sound familiar? So, if you've made this resolution before, and struggled, read on. To ring in 2009, Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom got some fresh ideas for you to make this a successful year to lose weight, and keep it off for the long term.

On Christmas Eve, Mike Shore of Evansville sent friends an e-mail that contained both holiday greetings and some alarming news. In July 2005, Shore was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a progressive and incurable disease that scars the lungs. By the time Shore sent his Christmas e-mail last month, the 48-year-old was in the final stage of the disease. Even with the aid of ...

In our increasingly sedentary society, with conveniences at every turn, there has never been a more apt time to start strength or resistance training.