A treadmill desk is a great way to get in steps while getting work done
Sitting, in general, is terrible for you, experts say. Your spine, back, shoulders and hips get weak; it can cause illness; and most of us...
Nicole Tsong
Exercises to strengthen your core — and help prevent injury
Try to spend 20 minutes a day on core strengthening, including time on an area where you’re having trouble, so you experience fewer, shorter episodes...
How to improve (or just keep) your balance, and why it’s so crucial
There's more to maintaining your balance than you might think, especially as you get older. Start with the basics — eat well, sleep well, get...
The so-long-sugar challenge: Eat fat, and cut fructose. The results: no bowl of cherries.
Nicole Tsong, former Fit for Life writer, knows from experience that sugar is the main culprit when she doesn't feel great. Here, she remembers why...
5 wonderful wintry walks in the Seattle area
Even during the grayest of winter months, there is plenty of green, and pops of color and beauty around the region in arboretums and botanical...
How to avoid stuffing yourself silly over the holidays
With some intentionality and planning around how you eat during the holidays, you can make it to the new year feeling like yourself, with a...
How to mix up your fitness routine for long-term strength and happiness
Most of us tend to go all-out when we’re trying something new. If we decide to run, we go four times a week. But the...
4 Washington hikes that lead to welcome, refreshing alpine lakes
Many of the best Washington hikes end at an alpine lake or include a beautiful gem along the way. Spend time exploring. Hiking to alpine...
Take your summer workouts to the park with these outdoor exercises VIEW
I was impressed by what you can do with tools as simple as a picnic bench, railing and resistance band. You can do even more...
The swimming segment of a triathlon might be scary, but these tips will keep you afloat
For the swimming portion, proper training, i.e., getting out of the pool and into open water, is key. It will be chaotic, so it helps...