March 9, 2020 by John Fernandez
‘Spring Forward’ to Better Sleep Health
“Daylight saving time” (DST) returned officially on Sunday at 2 a.m. The...
Stroke Survival: What You May Not Know...
You’ve probably heard about the F.A.S.T. system of recognizing stroke symptoms. But did you know that it just takes one of those symptoms — not...
May 21, 2019 / 4 min read
Here’s Why the Time of Day Matters...
Do you go for a jog first thing in the morning, or do you hit the gym after work or in the evening? Your answer...
April 29, 2019 / 2 min read
Exercising Caution: Dog Walkers Who Are 65-Plus...
Going for long and brisk walks can make for an ideal aerobic routine or an excellent way of starting a regular exercise program. But adults...
April 10, 2019 / 3 min read
Osteoporosis: Getting Screened Can Help You Prevent...
With an estimated three million baby boomers reaching retirement age every year, an increase in the occurrence of osteoporosis can be expected, according to U.S....
April 8, 2019 / 3 min read
Miami Open: Serena Williams’ Withdrawal Puts Spotlight...
News over the weekend from the Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium highlights the prevalence of knee injuries, one of the most common reasons why...
March 25, 2019 / 2 min read
Improving Sleep Health: Don’t Rely on Melatonin,...
Too many people make it through hectic, stressful days juggling work and family responsibilities, only to end up tossing and turning during disturbed or erratic...
March 14, 2019 / 3 min read
Why ‘Sleeping In’ on Weekends is Not...
It’s that time of year again. At 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, we’ll be “springing forward” and shifting our clocks ahead one hour and...
March 7, 2019 / 3 min read
How Many Steps Mean ‘Moderate’ Exercise?
The number of steps taken each day has become a key barometer of exercise as many Americans sport a smartphone, high-tech watch or other type...
February 13, 2019 / 2 min read
Miami Marathon Profiles 2019: Inspired Runners
While runners complete their respective training programs, leading up to the Fitbit Miami Marathon and Half Marathon on Jan. 27, we spoke with participants about...
January 21, 2019 / 6 min read
Roundup: Average Weight of U.S. Adults Increasing;...
Average Weight for U.S. Adults Increases, BMIs Near ‘Obesity’ Level, CDC Reports. On average, U.S. adults are getting heavier as the obesity epidemic forges on,...
December 28, 2018 / 3 min read
